The older you are, the more amazing experiences and memories you have! Do you have a senior family member who loves sharing their stories with you? What's your favourite activity to do together?
We have lots of great books about kids and grandparents having fun. Check out our Intergenerational Stories booklist! You can also read a biography of a real person for this Reading Challenge category.
Fauja Singh Keeps Going by Simran Jeet Singh and Baljinder Kaur
At the age of 81, Fauja decided to run his first marathon. He went on to break records around the world and became the first 100-year-old to complete the long-distance race!
Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is by Casey Lyall
Did Grandpa Walt really meet an alien that looks like a garden gnome? Lemon is determined to help prove it before her grandpa forgets.
Harvey Holds His Own by Colleen Nelson and Tara Anderson
Meet Harvey, an adorable West Highland White Terrier dog. His person Maggie volunteers at a retirement home, where she forms a bond with one of the residents, Mrs. Fradette.
How to Save a Superhero by Ruth Freeman
Addie's mom starts working at Happy Valley Village Retirement Community. Addie is pulled into a thrilling adventure. Could grumpy Mr. Norris have superpowers?
The Oldest Student by Rita Lorraine Hubbard and Oge Mora
You're never too old to learn something new! Mary Walker, who was born into slavery in 1848, didn't learn to read until she was 116.