Being a grandparent is one of life’s most wonderful milestones. We asked a group of grandparents for ideas. They gave us this list of great gifts for grandparents that preserve memories! Here’s what they told us.
GIFTS FOR GRANDPARENTS
My Life In a Book
$79
Here’s an especially fabulous gift that will be treasured by family members for years to come! Most older people enjoy is talking about “the good old days” and sharing their memories, and these stories are ones you definitely want to preserve! My Life In A Book is a Story Prompt Program that will send one thought-provoking question to your loved one every week for a year via email. At the end of a year, or whenever they feel ready, they will compile all their stories in a beautiful keepsake book to be treasured for generations to come. It’s also a perfect last-minute gift because it doesn’t require shipping!
Letters to My Grandchild: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.
$13
This top-rated gift, chosen in 2015 as an Oprah’s Favorite Things Pick, becomes a priceless heirloom for generations to cherish. Help the new grandparents to share their stories. This keepsake collection includes twelve letters to which they can add words of wisdom that only a grandparent can impart. Each letter has a unique prompt like Here is a special story about our family…, What I want you to know about me…, The best advice anyone ever gave me was…, and My wishes for you are…After completing the letters, they can postdate, seal with the included stickers, and gift this paper time capsule for future reading. Their grandchild – and generations to come – will treasure this heirloom forever.
All The Ways I Love You: Recordable Story Book
$60
A number of the grandparents in our group told us they are big fans of Hallmark’s recordable storybooks. You simply press a button to record yourself reading the book so your grandchild can listen to the story read in your voice. They will listen again and again, and treasure this gift for years to come. This gift is especially wonderful for families who live out of state.
Nixplay Smart Digital Picture Frame (10.1 Inch)
$140
Help the new grandparents stay connected to the new addition- Share video clips (up to 15 seconds)and photos instantly via e-mail or app
Grandparents Frame, Engraved
$22.99
Frames make great gift ideas for Grandma and Grandpa. This lovely 4″ x 6″ frame in real wood in a natural color includes a glass front. You can easily display it on the wall or stand on a shelf. The beautiful engraved sentiment reads, “Grandma & Grandpa, Strong Roots Grow Beautiful Leaves”.
Leslie Farin is the Publisher and Founder of 50PlusToday. She is an experienced communications and marketing professional passionate about working with older adults and their families. She works with a team of writers to provide essential and cutting-edge information related to the 50Plus community.
