{"product_id":"sometimes-grandpa-calls-me-herman-michelle-olson-9798996570409","title":"Sometimes Grandpa Calls Me Herman: A Touching Tale About Grandparents, Forgetfulness, and Family Connection for Ages 4-8","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Herman anyway?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNorman the Button isn't thrilled to visit his Grandpa Henry. Grandpa always falls asleep mid-conversation, leaving Norman bored and wondering why he even bothered to visit. Worse, Grandpa can never seem to get Norman's name right. So, when Norman's mom asks him to spend the week helping Grandpa clean his home, Norman dreads another long, lonely visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSure enough, Grandpa dozes off soon after Norman arrives. But as Norman begins to tidy up, he discovers unexpected treasures tucked away among Grandpa's things-an old baseball card, childhood photographs, and keepsakes from long ago. Each one sparks a special memory from Grandpa's past.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Grandpa shares stories of his younger days, Norman begins to see his grandbutton in a whole new way and realizes that being called Herman isn't such an insult after all. Behind the sleepy old button is someone with a lifetime of stories to tell-and someone who may be lonelier than Norman ever imagined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the week, Norman's feelings have changed. Instead of dreading his visits with Grandpa, he begins dreaming up ways to keep Grandpa company and make sure he never feels alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSometimes Grandpa Calls Me Herman\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heartwarming picture book about grandparents, family memories, and the surprising connections that grow when we take the time to listen. Perfect for ages 4-8, this touching read-aloud encourages children to ask questions, discover family stories, and look beyond the surface to understand the people they love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA touching story about patience, family, and the memories that connect us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eSometimes Grandpa Calls Me Herman\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The underlying message about taking the time to understand family members across generational gaps is important for young readers.\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e-Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Sometimes Grandpa Calls Me Herman is an upbeat, thought-provoking picture book about the importance of family and social bonds.\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e-Foreword Clarion Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Michelle Olson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798996570409\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Bellie Button Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 34\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.30lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d","brand":"Michelle Olson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":50780345565439,"sku":"9798996570409","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ef9a5f6c-1381-4270-ac56-e529c4971015.jpg?v=1792950902","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/sometimes-grandpa-calls-me-herman-michelle-olson-9798996570409","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}