Summary
This is a story about a grandfather, Papa, and his granddaughter. The story follows Papa in his daily routine that exists of his trips to town and his usual restaurant meals. Papa’s routine is consistent daily, except for Thursday’s. On Thursday’s Papa prepares for his special time with his granddaughter. Every Thursday his routine is slightly different, ordering for two, stopping in special stores. This is a loving story about the special time grandparents and children share.
Theme(s):
Family, Love, Dedication
Personal Response
This is a heartwarming book with a collage style illustration. The story does a wonderful job following the two characters as they continue to bond and share their special day together. The book shows the grandfathers dedication to his granddaughter and his loyalty to their shared Thursday’s as it is the only time his routine changes. The story only highlights the two characters which is a beautiful way to further emphasize the importance of their relationship.
Teaching Ideas
This story is great for teaching about family traditions and dynamics. This granddaughter and grandfather duo share every Thursday together which may be relatable for some children. Some children may be raised by grandparents or in a single adult household. This story is a great way to get children talking about the important people in their lives and what their favorite days with those individuals look like. Generational traditions and connections is a great talking point for this read aloud.
Recommended Reading Level
Birth-PreK, Grade 01, Grade 02
