A book of poems about growing up in a small town in Pennsylvania in the 1950-60's. Topics include: a Halloween parade, hiking in the woods, meeting a skunk, climbing a fire tower, sledding down a hill, catching bugs, camping with grandparents, and wanting a puppy.
"Grandpa's Chair" is a useful book to introduce poetry to children. Schools, daycares, and libraries can use this book to encourage children to read.
Since there is room on each page, children (and the young at heart) can add their own illustrations or pictures. This book would be a fun way to pass the time on a plane or in a doctor's waiting room. An illustrated book would be a great present for a parent or a grandparent.
The poems, themselves, will bring back memories of a time when parents had little fear about their children playing outside. Neighbors knew you and your family. Relatives lived within walking distance. Children walked or rode their bikes to get around. Children learned how to make do with available materials. Imagination was freely used. Outside games were the norm. Vacant lots became playgrounds. Penny candy was still available. Five cent pizza could be bought on Tuesdays. Saturday afternoons were spent at the 50 movies. It was a good time to grow up in a small town.