Grandfather's Wrinkles

About this book

Lucy and her grandfather are the focus of this poignant and warm story that teaches that wrinkles are badges of happiness rather than signs of age. Lucy asks Granddad Why doesnt your skin fit you? Its all crinkly to which he replies Those crinkles are called wrinkles each of which he got when he smiled especially big. As Lucy traces Granddads joy-filled face he describes his memories and shares the cause of each linehis wedding day Lucys mothers birth precious moments from her childhood and Lucys birth among others. Beautiful drawings recreate each thoughtful memory and the recollections showcase an intimate bond between the two generations.