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Grandpa's Face
A heartwarming story of a granddaughter's love for her grandfather—a perfect gift for both Father's and Grandparents Day!
Tamika loves everything about her grandpa, especially his expressive face. But one day, when Tamika watches Grandpa rehearsing for a play, she sees a different face, one she has never seen before.
“Muted realistic paintings complement this story of Tamika, a young girl who grows emotionally through love . . . The carefully chosen combination of visual details and large abstract areas support the notion that love is not always clearly definable.”— School Library Journal
“Poet Greenfield tells this warm family story with tenderness and grace, and Cooper makes an outstanding debut. The realistic, full-color double spreads are rich in earth tones and vibrant colors . . . A treasure to set beside [Ann Herbert] Scott’s Sam.”— Kirkus Reviews
Tamika loves everything about her grandpa, especially his expressive face. But one day, when Tamika watches Grandpa rehearsing for a play, she sees a different face, one she has never seen before.
“Muted realistic paintings complement this story of Tamika, a young girl who grows emotionally through love . . . The carefully chosen combination of visual details and large abstract areas support the notion that love is not always clearly definable.”— School Library Journal
“Poet Greenfield tells this warm family story with tenderness and grace, and Cooper makes an outstanding debut. The realistic, full-color double spreads are rich in earth tones and vibrant colors . . . A treasure to set beside [Ann Herbert] Scott’s Sam.”— Kirkus Reviews
32 pages, Paperback
First published November 10, 1988
About the author
Eloise Greenfield
75 books55 followersGreenfield was born Eloise Little in Parmele, North Carolina, and grew up in Washington, D.C., during the Great Depression in the Langston Terrace housing project, which provided a warm childhood experience for her.[1] She was the second oldest of five children of Weston W. Little and his wife Lessie Blanche (née Jones) Little (1906–1986). A shy and studious child, she loved music and took piano lessons.[2][3] Greenfield experienced racism first-hand in the segregated southern U.S., especially when she visited her grandparents in North Carolina and Virginia.[4] She graduated from Cardozo Senior High School in 1946 and attended Miner Teachers College until 1949. In her third year, however, she found that she was too shy to be a teacher and dropped out.[5]
Greenfield began work in the civil service at the U.S. Patent Office. In 1950, she married World War II veteran Robert J. Greenfield, a long-time friend. She began writing poetry and songs in the 1950s while working at the Patent Office, finally succeeding in getting her first poem published in the Hartford Times in 1962 after many years of writing and submitting poetry and stories.[6] After joining the District of Columbia Black Writers Workshop in 1971, she began to write books for children. She has published more than 40 children's books, including picture books, novels, poetry and biographies. She says that she seeks to "choose and order words that children will celebrate".[5][7]
Dismayed by the depiction of blacks and black communities in popular media, Greenfield has focused her work on realistic but positive portrayals of African-American communities, families and friendships.[1] These relationships are emphasized in Sister (1974) a young girl copes with the death of a parent with the help of other family members, Me and Nessie (1975) about best friends, My Daddy and I (1991) and Big Friend, Little Friend (1991) about mentoring.[5] Her first book, Bubbles (1972), "sets the tone for much of Greenfield's later work: Realistic portrayals of loving African American parents working hard to provide for their families, and the children who face life's challenges with a positive outlook."[1] In She Come Bringing Me that Little Baby Girl (1974), a boy deals with feelings of envy and learns to share his parents' love when his baby sister arrives. The poignant Alesia (1981) concerns the bravery of a girl handicapped by a childhood accident. Night on Neighborhood Street (1991) is a collection of poems depicting everyday life in an urban community. One of her best-known books, Honey I Love, first published in 1978, is a collection of poems for people of all ages concerning the daily lives and loving relationships of children and families. Her semi-autobiographical book Childtimes: A Three-Generation Memoir (1979) describes her happy childhood in a neighborhood with strong positive relationships.[5] In the introduction to that book, she explains her interest in biography:
People are a part of their time. They are affected, during the time that they live by the things that happen in their world. Big things and small things. A war, an invention such as radio or television, a birthday party, a kiss. All of these help to shape the present and the future. If we could know more about our ancestors, about the experiences they had when they were children, and after they had grown up, too, we would know much more about what has shaped us and our world.[8]
In 1971, Greenfield began work for the District of Columbia Black Writers' Workshop, as co-director of adult fiction and then, in 1973, as director of children's literature. That group's goal was to encourage the writing and publishing of African-American literature. She was writer-in-residence at the District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities in 1985-86 and taught creative writing in schools under grants from the Commission. She has also lectured and given free workshops on writing of African-American children's
Greenfield began work in the civil service at the U.S. Patent Office. In 1950, she married World War II veteran Robert J. Greenfield, a long-time friend. She began writing poetry and songs in the 1950s while working at the Patent Office, finally succeeding in getting her first poem published in the Hartford Times in 1962 after many years of writing and submitting poetry and stories.[6] After joining the District of Columbia Black Writers Workshop in 1971, she began to write books for children. She has published more than 40 children's books, including picture books, novels, poetry and biographies. She says that she seeks to "choose and order words that children will celebrate".[5][7]
Dismayed by the depiction of blacks and black communities in popular media, Greenfield has focused her work on realistic but positive portrayals of African-American communities, families and friendships.[1] These relationships are emphasized in Sister (1974) a young girl copes with the death of a parent with the help of other family members, Me and Nessie (1975) about best friends, My Daddy and I (1991) and Big Friend, Little Friend (1991) about mentoring.[5] Her first book, Bubbles (1972), "sets the tone for much of Greenfield's later work: Realistic portrayals of loving African American parents working hard to provide for their families, and the children who face life's challenges with a positive outlook."[1] In She Come Bringing Me that Little Baby Girl (1974), a boy deals with feelings of envy and learns to share his parents' love when his baby sister arrives. The poignant Alesia (1981) concerns the bravery of a girl handicapped by a childhood accident. Night on Neighborhood Street (1991) is a collection of poems depicting everyday life in an urban community. One of her best-known books, Honey I Love, first published in 1978, is a collection of poems for people of all ages concerning the daily lives and loving relationships of children and families. Her semi-autobiographical book Childtimes: A Three-Generation Memoir (1979) describes her happy childhood in a neighborhood with strong positive relationships.[5] In the introduction to that book, she explains her interest in biography:
People are a part of their time. They are affected, during the time that they live by the things that happen in their world. Big things and small things. A war, an invention such as radio or television, a birthday party, a kiss. All of these help to shape the present and the future. If we could know more about our ancestors, about the experiences they had when they were children, and after they had grown up, too, we would know much more about what has shaped us and our world.[8]
In 1971, Greenfield began work for the District of Columbia Black Writers' Workshop, as co-director of adult fiction and then, in 1973, as director of children's literature. That group's goal was to encourage the writing and publishing of African-American literature. She was writer-in-residence at the District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities in 1985-86 and taught creative writing in schools under grants from the Commission. She has also lectured and given free workshops on writing of African-American children's
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October 21, 2015
This is a review for Dr. Sykes READ 3307 Classroom Literature and Writing Process. Grandpas Face, written by Eloise Greenfield and illustrated by Floyd Cooper, is about a little girl named Tamika. Tamika loves her grandfather and especially the faces he makes, because they are faces that make her know he will always love her. His face is happy and sweet even when she is in trouble. One day Tamika sees her grandfather practicing acting out his lines for a play and she sees a mean face she has never seen before. This is a mean face that could never love her. Tamika then wonders if she will see that face again but if it will be for real when she does something bad. Tamika decides to see if Grandpa will make this face at her and then she learns something about love along the way.
There are multiple literary elements used in Grandpas Face. First is the setting of the story, which takes place during present time in what appears to be a city, possible New York City or Chicago. There are two main characters in this story, Tamika and her grandfather. Greenfield uses characterization to develop two realistic characters that completely embody their identities as a child/granddaughter and as a grandfather. Tamika loves her grandfather dearly but she is still young and gets herself into trouble. Tamika’s grandfather is loving no matter what and deeply understands her, which is what a grandfather should be. The style of the story is shown through the authors simplistic word choice, which helps the book appeal to the younger audience the book is written for. This story is told from a 3rd person limited point of view. The story follows Tamika and the reader is able to see her thoughts and feelings but no one else’s. The major theme of this book is the strong love between family. Tamika’s grandfather loved Tamika no matter what she did or how bad she was, he loved her unconditionally. Grandpa’s Face has won many awards including, ALA Notable Book, Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choice Book, and Notable Trade Book in Social Studies. This book would be appropriate to read to younger students from preschool up, but there are words in the book that would have to be explained to the class. Students probably would not be able to read this independently until about the third grade.
There are multiple literary elements used in Grandpas Face. First is the setting of the story, which takes place during present time in what appears to be a city, possible New York City or Chicago. There are two main characters in this story, Tamika and her grandfather. Greenfield uses characterization to develop two realistic characters that completely embody their identities as a child/granddaughter and as a grandfather. Tamika loves her grandfather dearly but she is still young and gets herself into trouble. Tamika’s grandfather is loving no matter what and deeply understands her, which is what a grandfather should be. The style of the story is shown through the authors simplistic word choice, which helps the book appeal to the younger audience the book is written for. This story is told from a 3rd person limited point of view. The story follows Tamika and the reader is able to see her thoughts and feelings but no one else’s. The major theme of this book is the strong love between family. Tamika’s grandfather loved Tamika no matter what she did or how bad she was, he loved her unconditionally. Grandpa’s Face has won many awards including, ALA Notable Book, Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choice Book, and Notable Trade Book in Social Studies. This book would be appropriate to read to younger students from preschool up, but there are words in the book that would have to be explained to the class. Students probably would not be able to read this independently until about the third grade.
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January 20, 2020Text-to-self
As I read this sweet little story about a girl who loved her grandfather I begin to think about my grandfather. This book reminded me so much of him and our relationship. I can related to this book because my grandfather and I had such a strong bond similar to Tamika and her grandfather's bond. As a little girl I loved spending time with my grandfather just like Tamika did. My grandfather was such a kind man and had a very soft tone when he spoke. He always had a smile on his face not matter what. But in the last couple years of his life he was diagnosed with the illness Dementia and began to behave in a different manner. Sometimes he would be happy and sometimes he could be mean or even sad. I wasn't afraid of him at all just sadden. I am thankful for having ninety six long years with him. I am thankful for all of the memories which this book brought back to me about my grandfather and I.
As I read this sweet little story about a girl who loved her grandfather I begin to think about my grandfather. This book reminded me so much of him and our relationship. I can related to this book because my grandfather and I had such a strong bond similar to Tamika and her grandfather's bond. As a little girl I loved spending time with my grandfather just like Tamika did. My grandfather was such a kind man and had a very soft tone when he spoke. He always had a smile on his face not matter what. But in the last couple years of his life he was diagnosed with the illness Dementia and began to behave in a different manner. Sometimes he would be happy and sometimes he could be mean or even sad. I wasn't afraid of him at all just sadden. I am thankful for having ninety six long years with him. I am thankful for all of the memories which this book brought back to me about my grandfather and I.
January 29, 2018
Tamika loves spending time with her Grandpa. Whether that is going on a walk and talking or going to the theater to watch her Grandpa perform. She always knows that her Grandpa’s face is full of love, even when she gets into trouble. Until one day Grandpa was practicing for a play Tamika watched his face turn into a mean one. Although it was only pretend it scared her. It wasn’t until her Grandpa suggested to go on a walk to talk it out. In the end all was well.
This story is unique. It shows a strong family connection by the granddaughter who looks up to her Grandpa. The author ties in an significant point that sometimes as a child we can misunderstand the things our loved ones do. For Tamika’s Grandpa he was just trying to rehearse for his play. I feel like this could connect with other students who have a strong family relationship.
I would give this book to a student who would enjoy the tale of Tamika and her Grandpa. It seems like a quick read for any student. It also has a good sense of value in family.
This story is unique. It shows a strong family connection by the granddaughter who looks up to her Grandpa. The author ties in an significant point that sometimes as a child we can misunderstand the things our loved ones do. For Tamika’s Grandpa he was just trying to rehearse for his play. I feel like this could connect with other students who have a strong family relationship.
I would give this book to a student who would enjoy the tale of Tamika and her Grandpa. It seems like a quick read for any student. It also has a good sense of value in family.
September 9, 2012
Eloise Greenfield and Floyd Cooper together for another stunning picture book that focuses on feelings and celebrates grandfathers.
When Tamika peeks into a rehearsal space and sees her grandfather making a face she does not recognize, she is frightened that this cannot be the same man who takes her for talk-walks.
Is this really who her grandfather is? How can she be sure? Can she find her way back to the hand-in-hand times, watching the lines of grandpa's face communicate his true feelings for her?
Stunning artwork from Floyd Cooper accompanies Eloise Greenfield's capture of youthful thought and worry. . .
I took this one from the bins in the West Clark Community Schools warehouse. Going back on Tuesday afternoon to see what else I can find.
When Tamika peeks into a rehearsal space and sees her grandfather making a face she does not recognize, she is frightened that this cannot be the same man who takes her for talk-walks.
Is this really who her grandfather is? How can she be sure? Can she find her way back to the hand-in-hand times, watching the lines of grandpa's face communicate his true feelings for her?
Stunning artwork from Floyd Cooper accompanies Eloise Greenfield's capture of youthful thought and worry. . .
I took this one from the bins in the West Clark Community Schools warehouse. Going back on Tuesday afternoon to see what else I can find.
June 17, 2025
Found at the used bookstore where I volunteer (all-volunteer-run non-profit), an older story by Eloise Greenfield and gorgeously illustrated by Floyd Cooper. And, the illustrations are important in this story of love and a small, made big, misunderstanding because of "Grandpa's Face". Young Tamika loves her grandfather in all the ways. They have loving "talk-walks" and he is an actor and she adores going to the plays he's in when they aren't too old for her. One time, in his room, Tamika peeks in and sees a face she's never seen before, a mean, mean face. She wonders if he'll ever look at her like that, maybe when she does something wrong? She is young, and plays with her food at dinner, watching to see "that" face. Yes, a young one misunderstands that, finding out on a "talk-walk" that he was just rehearsing/acting, would never look that way at Tamika, whom he loves so much. I wonder if this would be a good way to bring up the idea that sometimes everyone misinterprets someone's expressions, something to consider? Cooper's art shows the wide range of emotions with such heart.
April 12, 2019
Tamika loved her grandpa, everything about him. Most of all, she loved his face. She loved watching her grandpa act in plays, everything he did looked so true and real. When Tamika went to go talk to her grandpa, he was rehearsing lines and making a face she has never seen before. She felt that this was a face that could not love. This face made her want to do everything her grandpa didn't like. Tamika then started to play with her food, so her parents told her to go to her room. She then started to cry but couldn't look at her grandpa. She then knocked over her glass of water and greens onto her grandpa. After that Tamika and her grandpa went for a talk-walk. Her grandpa then let her know that he could never make that face towards her. Tamika then felt okay about everything.
I gave this book 3 stars, I thought that this was an okay book. I didn't think that it was very engaging or interesting. However, I did like the illustrations. They looked almost like water painted pictures, which I thought was cool.
I gave this book 3 stars, I thought that this was an okay book. I didn't think that it was very engaging or interesting. However, I did like the illustrations. They looked almost like water painted pictures, which I thought was cool.
September 23, 2021
I'm having a hard time imagining the child who would be charmed by this book. I did a quick skim of the 5 star comments and they all seem to focus on the relationship between the main characters and how that reminded the readers of their own relationships with their grandfathers. I didn't know mine, so I didn't experience any nostalgia while reading this.
I also found the problem of the story unlikely. If the little girl is OK with seeing her grandfather be someone else on the stage and she's aware that he's practicing lines when he makes a mean face and uses a mean face in the mirror, why would she suddenly fear that he could one day be that angry at her? Again I realize she's young, but I have a lot of experience with young children and this just didn't ring true to me. I can imagine it being used in a S.E.L unit as a teaching tool.
I also found the problem of the story unlikely. If the little girl is OK with seeing her grandfather be someone else on the stage and she's aware that he's practicing lines when he makes a mean face and uses a mean face in the mirror, why would she suddenly fear that he could one day be that angry at her? Again I realize she's young, but I have a lot of experience with young children and this just didn't ring true to me. I can imagine it being used in a S.E.L unit as a teaching tool.
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April 16, 2022
I have a special soft spot in my heart for books about grandfathers and granddaughters because that relationship was so important in my life. I loved the idea that Tamika saw so much in her grandfather's face because it always showed his love and a range of emotions. I personally had a tough time understanding the idea that she thought an "acting" face could someday be a real face that she saw but then again, I'm not a little girl anymore so maybe I'm just too aware of the reality to believe that. I did love the illustrations especially the faces that captured grandpa's laughter so well.
September 14, 2022
Overall I thought the book was very cute and sweet. I loved the illustrations throughout the book and thought they were very fitting for the story. I love how when i read the story it made me think of my grandfather and how much I love him. The way Grandpa is with Tamika is the way my Grandfather is with me. So I definitely connected with the story on that aspect. This book made me think back to when i was a child and also I feel like a huge symbol in the story is the innocence of a child and how important that is to have.
September 12, 2018
This book tells the story of a loving relationship between a grandfather and granddaughter. I really enjoyed reading this book because I am close with my grandpa and I saw many similarities within the story. This is a great story that shows that in some cultures grandparents are a huge role in a child's life.
June 17, 2023
A little girl loves spending time with her grandpa and focuses in on his different faces. No matter the kind of face he wears she always knows that he loves her. One day as she sees him practicing his lines she sees a face that she has never seen before and it scares her, so much so, that she begins to act out. Grandpa and she talk out the problem.
June 9, 2024
Realistic Fiction. K-3rd grade. I really like the illustrations in this book. They are beautiful. I think it reminds me of how much kids watch adult's expressions for feedback on how they are viewed and if they are safe. I think young children will also relate to how the little girl in this book feels and her struggle to put it into words.
October 15, 2018
This book is a great one for anyone close to their grandpa. It is a loving story between and girl and her grandpa it is also a book that shows how relationships with grandparents are different in some cultures.
September 5, 2019
Beautiful story of a bond between a grandfather and his granddaughter. This was a great book to teach Zones of Regulation with my students. We discussed different facial expressions and what they might mean to different people. Great story to use for Grandparent's Day.
April 22, 2021
Grandpas face is such a cute read. The little girls connection with her grandfather is truly heart warming. Her obsession's with his facial expression is beyond cute reading from a Childs point of view.
August 31, 2024
Universal appeal. An amateur actor is so convincing he frightens his granddaughter. But because she has patient parents and because he knows the value of a tender talk-walk, everything's all better right quick. Greenfield is always worth reading.
October 21, 2018
Grand pa the actor books like these really Make me miss my grandfather
June 26, 2021
Beautiful illustrations show the challenge of seeing and defining love.
Ages 4-7
Tags: love, grandparents,
Ages 4-7
Tags: love, grandparents,
July 2, 2021
Such a heartwarming book about a little girl and her endless love for her grandpa and his many "faces". Loved reading this to my little one💙
October 21, 2008
genre: picture book
audience: k - 4th grade
topic: grandfathers
theme: talking to someone you trust the most about your fears and problems, no matter how small they are
curricular uses: read aloud, independent reading
reading level: late early readers
illustrations: I loved the illustrations in this book. They were very supportive of the text and you could feel the fear in the child when her grandfather was acting out a "mean" face. You could also feel the tension at the dinner table when Tamika was upset about her grandfather. Good illustrations. Captures the reader into the story.
literary elements: dialogue, metaphor, simile
thoughts: this book was very cute. Grandpa is an actor in plays so he practices at his house. One day when he was acting a mean face into the mirror, Tamika see hims and becomes frightened because she was never seen this side of grandpa before. She called it "the face that couldn't love anyone or anything". She becomes worried that grandpa might not love her one day so she does everything she can at dinner that grandpa does not like her to do, to make him mad. Finally, grandpa meets her outside and they go on their usual "talk-walks". She tells him was she was worried about and grandpa reassures her that there is no possible way he could ever stop loving her. I loved this book!
audience: k - 4th grade
topic: grandfathers
theme: talking to someone you trust the most about your fears and problems, no matter how small they are
curricular uses: read aloud, independent reading
reading level: late early readers
illustrations: I loved the illustrations in this book. They were very supportive of the text and you could feel the fear in the child when her grandfather was acting out a "mean" face. You could also feel the tension at the dinner table when Tamika was upset about her grandfather. Good illustrations. Captures the reader into the story.
literary elements: dialogue, metaphor, simile
thoughts: this book was very cute. Grandpa is an actor in plays so he practices at his house. One day when he was acting a mean face into the mirror, Tamika see hims and becomes frightened because she was never seen this side of grandpa before. She called it "the face that couldn't love anyone or anything". She becomes worried that grandpa might not love her one day so she does everything she can at dinner that grandpa does not like her to do, to make him mad. Finally, grandpa meets her outside and they go on their usual "talk-walks". She tells him was she was worried about and grandpa reassures her that there is no possible way he could ever stop loving her. I loved this book!
December 9, 2024
This book used to be a favorite of my niece when she was very young, and I can see why. The story is that of a very young girl who holds her grandfather in high esteem. One day, she sees her grandfather, an actor, rehearsing a play wherein he has to make an angry face. Her grandfather has no idea that she saw though or the repercussions it will have on her. She becomes unnecessarily frightened of what that means for her relationship with him. After she acts out at dinner, the two of them go for a walk and the problem is revealed and addressed. The underlying story is that of a child becoming disillusioned with her idealization of a caregiver. It is realistic for children to believe that certain people in their lives are incapable of doing something they don't like, and it is hard for them to accept when that illusion is broken, even when it's something as small as seeing a normally pleasant face become momentarily mean and hard. This story is a nice representation of that. Add to that that this is Floyd Cooper's first illustrated book and you're bound to be impressed with this story. Very good book. Well worth the read.
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December 9, 2013Grandpa’s Face is a multicultural picture book. This would be good for early elementary students as a read aloud. Grandpa’s Face is a cute story of an African American family, in this story the little girl loves her Grandpa and likes to watch him rehearse for the plays he is in. One day the little girl sees him rehearsing lines and he has an angry face, she is worried that one day he might look at her like this. This book is a nice story or family love and the difference between acting and real life. I would read this book to aloud to my students as use it start a discussion about their family life. While this is a multicultural book it focuses on the people more than just their individual culture. After discussing with the students I would have them go to their desks and pick one family member and write about their relationship with that person.
May 4, 2015
Grandpa's face tells the story of a little girl whom absolutely lobes and adores her grandfather. The little girl in the story loves to watch her grandfather rehearse for the plays he is in. One day the she ventures into his room and sees him rehearsing lines and he is bearing an extremely angry face, she is worried that one day he might look at her like this. Scared of her grandfathers anger filled face she runs away hoping he will not look like her like that. When she returns she informs her family of what she saw and her grandfather reassures her that is was just for a play and that he loves her.
I was not a huge fan of this book but it's definitely a great one to have in the classroom, especially as a read aloud or when studying multicultural books. The artwork is beautiful but the story itself was not something that resonated with me or struck me as absolutely incredible.
I was not a huge fan of this book but it's definitely a great one to have in the classroom, especially as a read aloud or when studying multicultural books. The artwork is beautiful but the story itself was not something that resonated with me or struck me as absolutely incredible.
September 12, 2016
This story was about a young girl who loved to spend time with her Grandpa. They did many things together like go on walks and talk about life and what they saw. Tamika's grandpa was also an actor and she would often go to the local theater to watch them rehearse or perform their play. One day Tamika saw her grandpa practicing his lines in the mirror and he made a mean, scary face. She went back to her room and was not herself for the rest of the evening. After dinner, they finally went on a "walk-talk" and she told her grandpa that the face he made bothered her.
This was a cute story but not one of my favorites. The illustrations were pretty unique and stood out to me.
If I were to use this in my classroom, I would use it to show that it is best to talk about how you feel rather than bottling it up inside.
This was a cute story but not one of my favorites. The illustrations were pretty unique and stood out to me.
If I were to use this in my classroom, I would use it to show that it is best to talk about how you feel rather than bottling it up inside.
February 15, 2024
Tamika loves her grandfather. She loves his stories, songs, and laughter. Most of all she loves his face. Even when he is angry with her, the look of his mouth and eyes says that he loves her. Grandpa is an actor. One day, Tamika watches while he studies lines for a new play. She sees a face that she never saw before. It was an angry face with no love in it. Tamika worries that someday Grandpa will look at her that way. At dinner she does everything she can think of to make Grandpa mad so that she can see if he will make the angry face at her. He doesn't. Instead he asks Tamika to go for a walk. Tamika tells him about seeing the angry face and her fears. He assures her that he could never look at her that way.
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April 7, 2011
This is a great book about a little girl and her grandpa. She loves watching her grandpa's face and how it changes; he is an actor, so his face changes often to become a different character. I think this is a wonderful book on family and the love shared between this grandpa and granddaughter. I would read this with students and talk about how sometimes we can look at something one way when it means something else. We could talk about how Tamika, the young girl, sees a different face in her grandpa but that he meant no harm. This is a concrete example for students to see that sometimes we can have the wrong idea about something.
October 3, 2016
I enjoyed reading about Tamika's love and adoration for her grandfather in this book. Her entire state of happiness at her age seems to depend on how her grandpa looks at and feels about her. Her world is shaken off its foundations when she sees him form a facial expression that lacks love, even if it is only for a show. This shows the girl's innocence in assuming that all good people are incapable of evil, and it also displays her coming of age in realizing that life is a little more complicated than play-acting. This book is genuine, accurate, pleasant to read, and full of examples of unconditional love.
December 18, 2015
This book is about the bond between a grandpa and granddaughter and the bond that they share. Her grandpa does plays and when he makes a scary face she get frightened. She is used to her grandpa having a kind and loving face and he has to explain to her that he was just acting. She thought that her grandpa had changed but once he explained it to his granddaughter she realized that he was still the same man she knew! This book would be great to read while you are talking about making predictions and what it means to show different emotions or be acting.
December 1, 2008
For Jenna's Award
Level: Transitional
Genre: Picture Book
Curricular Use: Shared Reading, Guided Reading
Topic: Grandparent Relationships/Having a Grandparent living you
Social: Having a Grandparent live with you, being afraid of someone you love, having a problem you don't want to talk about
Literary Elements: Dynamic character, conflict and resolution
Strong connection between the pictures and the text
Level: Transitional
Genre: Picture Book
Curricular Use: Shared Reading, Guided Reading
Topic: Grandparent Relationships/Having a Grandparent living you
Social: Having a Grandparent live with you, being afraid of someone you love, having a problem you don't want to talk about
Literary Elements: Dynamic character, conflict and resolution
Strong connection between the pictures and the text
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October 30, 2016Tamika and her grandfather love to laugh and be with one another. One day, Tamika saw her grandfather express a different emotion, anger. Tamika was very confused and frightened by the emotion, until her grandfather told her he was practicing for his play and she has nothing to worry about.
I would use this book when teaching about different emotions and when to express different emotions at certain times and responsibly.
I would use this book when teaching about different emotions and when to express different emotions at certain times and responsibly.
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