Grandad's Pride

Name: Grandad's Pride
ISBN: 9781499814613

by Harry Woodgate

For the child who wants to celebrate what makes their family special while learning how a community can come together to support and honor its history.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when you want to celebrate your family's unique identity or help your child understand the power of community history and pride. It is a perfect choice for children who share a close bond with their grandparents and are starting to ask questions about social movements, symbols like flags, and the importance of standing up for oneself. This heartwarming story follows Milly as she discovers her Grandad's old Pride flag and learns about his courageous past. Through their journey to bring a celebration to their small town, children learn about the joy of belonging and the bravery it takes to be authentic. It is a gentle, age-appropriate introduction to LGBTQ history that focuses on the universal themes of love, legacy, and kindness for ages 4 to 8.

Grandparent Relationship Loneliness & Belonging Love & Family Being Different Family & Siblings Empathy & Kindness Self-Confidence & Identity Celebrating Heritage

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Reference to the passing of Grandad's partner, Gramps.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with the loss of a partner (Grandad's husband, Gramps) and LGBTQ history. The approach is direct but gentle and secular. The resolution is deeply hopeful, emphasizing that memories live on through celebration.