One of the most beloved writers of our time presents seven short stories exploring the vital ties between fathers and sons. Luke sees the ghost of his father but can't figure out what Dad wants him to do. Paul takes a camping trip with the grandfather he's just met and discovers what lies behind the man's erratic behavior. Ryan has some surprising questions when he interviews his prospective stepfather for the job. In a compellingly honest collection...

Benny wants to get something special for his grandfather's birthday, but he has trouble finding the right present while trying to keep an eye on his dog Watch.

Bruno's grandfather has passed away. Bruno participates in the funeral with the grown-ups, but doesn't think his grandfather has died, he's just sleeping!

While George Banks is trying to recapture his youth his daughter and wife announce they are pregnant.

"When a little boy goes to play with his grandpa, he knows there are adventures in store. Will they build a racing car, or battle a scary dragon, or float away in a hot-air balloon?"--Cover.

Grandpas are terrific, and these are just a few of the reasons why. Count 40 super reasons in this book, then add some more that fit your grandpa.

When the Alden children set out to solve a jewelry store robbery, they find they must also deal with a mysterious thief who steals their favorite cereal.

Sitting in the kitchen of his grandfather's Chinese restaurant, a young boy enjoys watching the chefs and waiters prepare and serve mouth-watering dishes.

Little Bear hears about his grandfather's exploits as a sea captain when they are cleaning out the attic together.

Over the course of a year, a young child and their dog watch kingfishers by the river with Grandpa. As spring turns to summer and autumn to winter, the kingfishers raise a family, while Grandpa teaches his grandchild about the power of nature and the circle of life.