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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 929 EAN: 9780615194622 Edition: 1st ISBN: 0615194621 Label: Lauren Charpio Manufacturer: Lauren Charpio Number Of Pages: 51 Publication Date: August 05, 2008 Publisher: Lauren Charpio Studio: Lauren Charpio Editorial Review: Product Description: You Can Call Me Hoppa! The Grandparents' Guide to Choosing a Name that Fits is a collection of grandparent names and stories designed to assist modern grandparents in finding the answer to the 'what to be called?' question. Think baby name book for Boomers! We hope that you enjoy perusing the pages of possibilities, whether you are a first-time grandparent, one who is relatively established or a step-grandparent. Most of us are given a name at birth and don't again get the opportunity to choose a name that truly represents who we are until we reach grandparenthood. The names and stories in this book include traditional titles, cultural appellations and names that are perfectly personal. But the most captivating collection of monikers is found in the Out of the Mouths of Babes section. The name that is right for you may not be contained within the pages of this book, but we hope that we can provide you with the inspiration you need to choose a name that fits! Average Rating:
 Rating: - A unique and ideal source for alternative namings of grandparentsThe baby-boom generation has impacted the American culture with every decade of their existence. Now that they are entering into the 'grandparenting phase' they seem to be as influential as ever. "You Can Call Me Hoppa!" by Lauren Charpio address the reluctance of a great many baby-boomer generation grandparents to be monikered with simply Grandpa and Grandma -- these being seen as relics of an older and more formal generation. For those seeking more individualized and 'boomer appropriate' handles ... Read More Rating: - A perfect gift!This book is such a fun read and what a wonderful gift for expectant parents and grandparents. It's the perfect shower gift!! Rating: - Really Unique BookThis book is the PERFECT gift for "expecting" grandparents. It's logically organized by chapters of traditional names, foreign language names (including the likes of Cherokee and Cajun names), names that pop up unexpectedly and names that only children can come up with. The inside pages are formatted in a fun, colorful way (no dreary lists here!)with plenty of patterned pages and charming anecdotes. It will totally inspire and entertain you. Rating: - This is a Great Book!This book helps answer every expectant parents question..."What is our baby going to call their grandparents?" Whether you get an idea for a name from reading someone else's story or use an ancestrial name, this book is full of fun stories, fun facts and a possible name for the future grandparent! It is a Fantastic Book for yourself or as a gift! Rating: - You Can Call Me Hoppa---wonderful book, great gift.I got this book to give to my folks as a way to tell them they were "expectant grandparents"---their first grandchild. The surprise went over wonderfully. It's a great book and a superb way to "break-the-news". |
