Grandparents' Day: Books and Gift Ideas for Children

An orange juice to cure a cold, a knitted scarf to keep us warm in winter, countless stories to entertain and teach us their wisdom... Grandparents give us endless gifts, but the greatest is their unconditional love, found in every small gesture. From the comforting kiss when we fall to the reassuring grip of their hand while walking down the street to keep us safe and protected. On October 5, 2025, we celebrate their day—a chance to thank grandparents for all they do and celebrate them, perhaps with a gift or a small surprise.

Gift Ideas for Grandparents' Day

To show affection and gratitude, you don't always need expensive gifts: often, a small token made with love and symbolic value is enough. Here are some gift ideas for grandparents that children can prepare to celebrate this special day:

Salt dough dolls: Easy to make with just flour, water, and salt, and a few fabric scraps for clothing, these little dolls will delight the little ones and make a sweet gift for grandparents. It could be fun to try to make them resemble the grandparents, perhaps accompanied by a smaller doll that looks like the grandchild.
Cooking their favourite dish: A tart to decorate with the children, a tray of lasagna with ragù, a hearty rice salad... Food is always a welcome gift, and it's even more appreciated when it's our favourite dish. So, a thoughtful gesture could be preparing the grandparents' most loved meal, with the children's help.

Books About Grandparents for Children

A small gift with great meaning and impact for Grandparents' Day is a book. A beautiful illustrated book that gently explores the grandparent-grandchild relationship can help young ones understand the importance of their grandparents' role every day and never take them for granted. Here are some books about grandparents for children that will surely be appreciated more than other objects and gifts lacking sentiment:

Gift Books for Grandma

Gift Books for Grandpa

Surprises for Grandparents' Day

Finally, sometimes a physical object isn't the best gift for grandparents. Organising a small surprise for Grandparents' Day can be a charming alternative to "traditional" gifts. Here are some ideas to celebrate grandparents by spending time together:

An afternoon together: Often the simplest way to make grandparents happy is by spending time with them. On October 5, consider spending an afternoon together, perhaps at the park, shopping, or working on one of their projects.
A dive into memories: Prepare some hot tea and biscuits, and let grandparents and grandchildren chat for a while. The only rule? Talk about memories! Whether distant or recent, what's important is that grandparents can share past episodes and offer some wise advice.

As we've mentioned, what matters most on Grandparents' Day is showing them all the affection and gratitude we feel for them. Whether it's a small book to read with the children, an afternoon together, or a handmade gift, as long as the surprise comes from the heart and represents the fundamental role grandparents play in their grandchildren's lives.