Description
Book SynopsisThe perfect story to make the distance between you and grandad feel a little smaller whilst you''re stuck at home . . .
A New York Times bestselling title, illustrated by the winner of the Red House Children''s Book Award 2013.
When your grandad rings the doorbell, it''s babysitting time! This is a hilarious and accessible picture book about a child spending time with his grandad.
Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for ''babysitting'' a grandad, including what to eat for snack (anything dipped in ketchup, ice cream topped with cookies, cookies topped with ice cream), what to do on a walk (find lizards and dandelion puffs, be on the lookout for puddles and sprinklers), and how to play with a grandad (build a pirate cave, put on a scary play).
A cunning study in role reversal, with Lee Wildish''s over-the-top illustrations well in keeping with a jaunty text. - Independent on Sunday
Trade ReviewFull of love and humour... illustrations beautifully convey the emotion between the two main characters in the story. * Carousel *
Adorable. * Daily Record *
A cunning study in role reversal, with Lee Wildish's over-the-top illustrations well in keeping with a jaunty text. * Independent on Sunday *
Wonderful humour... amusing and adorable... a whole lot of mischievous fun. * Baby Surrey *
Madcap and cartoon-like illustrations energetically capture the fun... A warm portrayal of a very important relationship. Very entertaining. * School Librarian *
Funny and heart-warming... guaranteed to be a family favourite. * Mumsnet *
What a delightful book. * The School Librarian *
