…through Personalised Reading Experiences. 

In our latest Grandparenting blog, we celebrate the extra-special bond between grandparents and grandchildren. We’ll explore the wonderful world of personalised reading experiences and how they can strengthen these cherished relationships.

As we delve into the magic of storytelling and sharing a book together, you’ll see how much joy it can bring to both generations.

Tickled Moon books for 2

Firstly, if you’re not familiar with Tickled Moon’s personalised books for a child and adult, here’s a very quick introduction. We currently have 3 books that can be personalised for 2 names – “The Longest Cuddle in the World”, “The Joyful Adventures” and “What’s That??!!”.

In each book, your grandchild and you can be the main subjects of the story together, which makes it incredibly personal and joyful to share and will become a treasured keepsake for the child.

For more information about choosing which story will resonate best with you and your grandchild, read our guide to all of our books – “Which Personalised Book?”

The Importance of Bonding Activities

Grandparenting is a unique and beautiful journey filled with opportunities to create lasting memories and strengthen family ties.

Bonding activities, in particular, play a crucial role in nurturing these relationships. Whether it’s baking cookies together, playing games, or embarking on adventures, these shared experiences foster a sense of closeness and connection that lasts a lifetime.

You can find a whole host of bonding activities to try with your grandchildren here.

Personalised Reading as a Grandparent Bonding Experience

And few things are as magical as curling up with a good book, especially when that book is personalised just for your grandchild and you. Personalised reading experiences offer grandparents and grandchildren a unique opportunity to bond over stories that are tailor-made especially for them to share together.

From seeing both of your names in print to exploring imaginative worlds together, these books create moments of joy and intimacy that are truly priceless. Whether it’s a tale of adventure, cuddles, or family, the right story can captivate young and old hearts and minds alike.

Creating a Reading Ritual

Establishing a regular reading routine is key to making personalised reading experiences a cherished part of grandparent-grandchild bonding. Whether it’s a weekly or monthly storytime session, or a nightly bedtime story, having dedicated time set aside for reading helps create a sense of anticipation and togetherness.

Plus, it’s an opportunity to snuggle together and escape into a world of imagination and wonder, and create lasting memories of that precious time together.

Engaging Activities Around Stories

Reading a book is just the beginning of the adventure! To truly bring the story to life, grandparents and grandchildren can engage in a variety of interactive and fun activities together.

Whether it’s dressing up as characters, reenacting scenes from the book, or creating artwork inspired by the story, these activities foster creativity, imagination, and laughter.

Incorporating Family

Our Tickled Moon personalised books for 2 also offer a unique opportunity to incorporate all the family into the reading experience as ‘Additional Names’

Additional Names can include Parents, other Grandparents, Aunties & Uncles, Friends, Pets, Teachers, their favourite TV, Book or Film Character/Personality or cuddly toy/comforter. The more the merrier, as each name makes it more personal and delightful for the child!

Long-Distance Grandparent Bonding

Sometimes distance may separate grandparents and grandchildren, however it doesn’t have to diminish the bond between them.

Thanks to modern technology, grandparents can still share personalised reading experiences with their grandchildren, whether it’s through video calls and virtual storytimes, devices that record them reading the story, or by sending a surprise custom-made book in the mail.

No matter the distance, love knows no bounds.

The Gift of Storytelling

In addition to reading personalised books, grandparents can also share their own stories and experiences with their grandchildren.

Whether it’s recounting tales from their own childhood, sharing family history, or imparting words of wisdom, these personal stories add depth and meaning to the bond between generations.

Celebrating Milestones Together

From birthdays to special events and milestones, personalised books make the perfect gift for any occasion.

Whether it’s a book commemorating a grandchild’s first birthday, a christening, or simply to say how much they mean to you, these books capture the essence of the moment and serve as a tangible reminder of the love and joy shared between grandparents and grandchildren.

(You can add a reusable Gift Wrap envelope to your Tickled Moon order too!)

Feedback and Testimonials

But don’t just take our word for it – hear from grandparents who have experienced the joy of personalised reading with their grandchildren firsthand. Their stories and testimonials serve as a testament to the power of storytelling and the profound impact it can have on family relationships:

“I bought the “Longest Cuddle Book” for my 3 year old granddaughter. She is very special to me and when I read it to her, she gave me the biggest hug” – Lesle

“Absolutely fabulous book. Very personal & made me feel very emotional when it was delivered. My grandson loved it & it’s a favourite bedtime story at Nana’s House. Super special, love it..” – Cath

“I ordered The Joyful Adventures for my grandson for his 6th birthday and wanted to say a huge thank you for the joy that it brought. It brought joy to me as they live over 100 miles away and we’ve hardly seen them in the past 2 years. It brought joy to me that the text was simple enough that he was able to read most of it himself. He was thrilled that he and I were on the cover but he was over the moon when he came to the pages with his friend’s names. Thank you for making a little boy so joyful and thank you for making his Nonna joyful too.” – Sandra

Conclusion

As we wrap up our journey through Strengthening the Special Bond with your Grandchildren, we hope you’ve been inspired to now embark on your own Tickled Moon personalised reading adventures with your grandchildren.

Whether it’s sharing stories, creating memories, or simply spending quality time together, the bond between grandparents and grandchildren is truly something very special.

So go ahead, grab a book, and let the magic begin!

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More Grandparent blogs

If you’ve enjoyed this, do check out our other popular Grandparent blogs:-

What are the BEST Grandparent Names?

The Glorious Gifts of Being a Grandparent

The 10 Best Things About Having Grandchildren

And you can discover all of Tickled Moon‘s personalised books in our shop here.