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Grandparent's Day Gifts
Grandparent's Day was first celebrated in the US in 1978, it's stated purpose, to honor grandparents, to give grandparents an opportunity to show love for their children's children, and to help children become aware of strength, information, and guidance older people can offer.
In 1990 the charity Age Concern introduced the celebration to the UK to encourage people to stop and think about older people, especially grandmothers and grandfathers, and think about what they have done for you.
Here are some gift ideas for Grandparent's Day, so that you can show grandparents jus how much they man to you.
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Grandparent's Day Flowers
A bunch of flowers for Grandparent's Day will always be appreciated. You can find a lovely selection online at Interflora, Marks & Spencer, Flowers Direct, John Lewis or Crocus. |
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Marmite Mug Love it or hate it, Marmite is still going strong. These colourful Marmite mugs are available in 6 assorted complimentary pop-art colours. Ideal for tea or coffee or, er, Marmite? From Amazon.co.uk |
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The Good Granny Guide
Subtitled How to Be a Modern Grandmother, this book by Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall is a witty and practical guide on how to be a fantastic grandparent
to your grandchildren. Covers everything from childcare troubleshooting to what NOT to say to the daughter-in-law! From Amazon.co.uk, Borders and Play.com. |
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Garden Planner Here is a practical and enjoyable Garden Planner, just right for enthusiastic gardeners. Divided into four useful sections, the file comes with a year to view planner, a seasonal tasks and reminders pad and a useful contacts section with storage for leaflets. From Amazon.co.uk |
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Racing Grannies Possibly the best wind-up toy ever invented, the Racing Grannies are to geriatric speedway what Ferrari is to Formula One. With expressions of steely determination and complete with go-faster cardigans, it's time to have your own Gran National! From I Want One Of Those |
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Personalised Calendars
Why not give a truly personal gift to your grand parents? How about one of these personalised calenders, which have 12 months worth of beautiful images, each printed with the wording of your choice. From a selection at Getting Personal |
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V&A Morris Gardening Tools
A lovely selection of William Morris inspired gardening tools including trowel and cultivater set and secateurs. From Amazon.co.uk.
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Electronic Crossword Game with Sudoku
Queues will never be boring again! With 30,000 crossword questions, 3 Levels - Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced and the option to play Sudoku too this is one game that the rest of the family will probably want to borrow from it's lucky recipient. From Prezzybox. |
Grandparent's Day Printables 100% Cotton Clothing Dumpling Dynasty Kits Digital Radio
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