Review by Michelle Fred -- Love, Grandma by Ann Morris

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Love, Grandma" by Ann Morris.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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It is said that a mother's love is pure, selfless, and unconditional. But I wonder how best to describe a grandma's love; indulgent, smothering, perhaps.

In Love, Grandma, author, Ann Morris articulates her relationship and love for her granddaughters, Haley and Payton in rhyming words. The book details some activities they engaged in and the fun she had with them as babies and young children.

Ann's writing style is simple and punchy. Her words read like poetry with a rhyming pattern to them. The book is illustrated in catchy and colourful prints by David Gnass. I liked the vibrant images, and I think most kids can relate to images of Haley and Payton painting the sidewalk.

What I liked most about the book is its family-centric theme. I adore family-centric books, and I like that the author aims to promote healthy family relationships and encourage the creation of a nurturing environment of love and safety for children to thrive. For readers that grew up with or around their grandparents, the book will evoke a nostalgic recollection of fond childhood memories.

There isn't much I didn't like about the book, besides the one instance, the author wrote "HER" in uppercase, in the middle of a sentence. It might seem nitpicky, but I don't like irregular capitalization in children's books. That said, I rate the book 4 out of 4 stars. It is a simple, punchy, fun, and pristinely edited read and I don't think a pet peeve is worth deducting a star for.

I would recommend the book to parents, children, and teachers. I also think it is an excellent book for introducing children to poetry. The sentences on the pages are short enough to be recited as a poem in class. It will keep children engaged and entertained. It doesn't contain any profanity or vulgar language.

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Love, Grandma
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