Saturdays with Gramps - Hardcover

by Marissa Bader (Author), Ellie Beykzadeh (Illustrator), Renee Hayes (Editor)

A warm hug of a book for any child who's missing someone they love.

Saturdays were Sam's favorite-Grampscakes dripping with syrup, lively chess matches, quiet moments spent birdwatching. Just Sam and Gramps, soaking up their special day together.

But when Gramps passes away, Sam is heartbroken-and Saturdays feel empty.

With his mom's gentle guidance, Sam begins to understand a powerful truth: even though Gramps is gone, the love they shared-and their cherished traditions-will always remain. Because like syrup on pancakes, love sticks around.

Saturdays with Gramps is a tender, heartfelt picture book that helps children process grief and loss with warmth, comfort, and hope. Through gentle storytelling and beautiful illustrations, it reminds readers that the bonds we build with those we love remain long after they're gone.

✅ Ideal for ages 7+

✅ Introduces loss in an age-appropriate, relatable way

✅ Encourages open conversations about big feelings

✅ Validates kids' emotions and experiences

✅ Offers healthy, hopeful coping strategies

✅ A supportive resource for parents, educators, and therapists navigating bereavement

Whether a child is grieving a grandparent, parent, pet, or any kind of loved one, Saturdays with Gramps reminds them they're not alone-and that love lasts forever.