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Granpa - The Book Of The Film

By John Burningham

Adjectives

heartwarming poignant imaginative tender

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

A young girl and her grandfather share cherished moments together, from nursing her dolls to embarking on imaginative adventures like captaining a ship to Africa. Their bond is filled with warmth and playfulness, creating memories that linger even after Granpa's passing.

About the author

John Burningham was a much-loved British author and illustrator of children's books. He is famous for creating wonderful stories filled with imagination and humour. One of his most popular books is 'Mr Gumpy's Outing', where children and animals join Mr Gumpy on a fun boat trip. His colourful pictures and playful stories have delighted readers for years.

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

1991

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