Why grandparents choose books
A personalised book lasts longer than most toys, and the dedication page keeps a record of who gave it. Years later, children love finding “Love from Grandma and Grandad” inside a book that has their name on the cover.
For a new grandchild
Welcome to the World is a gentle keepsake to welcome a new baby. Always Here for You is written as a set of loving promises and lets you add the giver names, choosing From one person (I/my) or From two people (We/our) wording, which suits grandparents giving together. Goodnight, [Name] is a calm bedtime story for reading to a baby.
For a christening or naming day
Always Here for You is also our most popular christening and baptism gift book. Read our christening gift book guide.
For a first birthday
One Whole Year of You follows a baby’s whole first year and has a page to record first-birthday memories. My First Birthday focuses on the big day itself. Compare both in our first birthday guide.
Books to share when you visit
26 Nursery Rhymes brings together 26 rhymes and poems, with the child’s name in several of them. It is a lovely book for grandparents to read aloud when they visit, and a classic gift to keep.
A gift to Grandma, too
Looking for the other way round? A Book for Grandma is a gift from a grandchild to Grandma, for Mother’s Day, a birthday or Christmas.
Dedication ideas from grandparents
“To our darling [Name], we have loved you from the moment we met you. Love always, Grandma and Grandad.” “For [Name], for all the stories we will share. Love, Nanny.” Check the character limit for the chosen book.