GRAND Magazine - March/April 2013 - (Page 10-11)

Get the most out of your iPad and iPhone with these easy-to-use, comprehensive books! The New Age Nana’s guide to step-grandparenting The best book to learn how to work with an iPad! by DoreeN roseNthAl AND susAN Moore Over 24,000 copies sold! “This is the easiest to follow manual I have ever used! Set up like a class room text book with help everywhere!” - M.E Reynolds F or our new book, New Age Nanas: Being a Grandmother in the 21st Century, we interviewed some wonderful step-grandmothers for the chapter on step-grandparenting. ISBN 9789059051089 | US $22.95 Paperback, full color | 296 pages Suitable for iPad 2, the new iPad (third and fourth generation) and iPad Mini. For more information, please visit the website: www.visualsteps.com/ipad Here is a sampling of what we learned from their stories. Take your time. physical intrusion. Ask your step-grandchild Bonding tends to be easier when you know what he or she wants to call you; don’t insist the step-grandchild from an early age. If the on Grandma or Grandpa. Have realistic expectations. child and her or his parent are new to your family, it may take time and tact to forge Treat step-grandchildren fairly. Try to engage your step-grandchild, but don’t relationships. You may not feel as close to a step-grandchild be hurt if some of your efforts are rejected. as you do to your biological grandchildren Show an interest, but don’t force yourself on Try to have regular access, even if it’s difficult. (if you have any), but try to make step- the child. Graciously accept and enjoy the grandchildren feel included in your family life. friendship that develops. “Being there” is so important, but only if it Attentions, presents, and praise all round. Get started quickly with the iPhone With your patience, persistence, and an open heart, step-grandchildren can be a can be managed with good will on all sides. wonderful gift. Negotiate your role. Don’t get involved in family conflicts. Make sure to consider your step-grandchild’s It is sometimes hard to be neutral, but there Doreen Rosenthal and Susan Moore are semi- wishes. While you may be a hugger, your is no positive payoff in taking sides when retired social scientists, long-time friends and step-grandchild may interpret your hugs as a step-grandchildren are involved. colleagues, and thoroughly modern grandmothers. 10 GRAND MARCH APRIL 2013 “A comprehensible and easy going way to learn all about the different opportunities of the iPhone. This book is suitable for every iPhone user.“ - H. Reid ISBN 9789059051584 | US $22.95 Paperback, full color | 304 pages Suitable for iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S and 5. For more information, please visit the website: www.visualsteps.com/iphone Available in bookstores and online bookstores such as Amazon Subscribe to ou and stay up to r newsletter today and get exclus date with new releases iv downloads! Mor e access to online www.visualstep e information on s.com/newslette r MARCH APRIL 2013 GRAND 11 http://www.amazon.com/Nanas-Being-Grandmother-Century-ebook/dp/B007OH8QM6 http://www.amazon.com/Nanas-Being-Grandmother-Century-ebook/dp/B007OH8QM6 http://www.visualsteps.com/ipad http://www.visualsteps.com/iphone http://www.visualsteps.com http://www.visualsteps.com/newsletter

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of GRAND Magazine - March/April 2013

GRAND Magazine - March/April 2013
Contents
The New Age Nana’s Guide to Step-Grandparenting
Grandparentland: What a Trip!
Pearls of Wisdom
Grands Make a Hobby More Fun
Earth Day Crafts for Grandkids
Al Gore: America’s Dudley Do-Right
Children’s Movement of Florida
How to Be a Traveler, Not Just a Tourist
Have Grandkids, Will Travel
Six Tips for Safe Travel
News, Products, and Resources for Today’s Grandparents
Cash poor but home-equity rich?
Top New Gizmos for Grands
The Distance Between Us
Florida’s Relative Caregiver Program

GRAND Magazine - March/April 2013