I Miss My Grandpa

Written by Jin Xiaojing

A girl imagines her unseen grandpa through family stories, seeking connection and love.

3.6 Goodreads · 211 ratings

34 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

A young girl yearns to know her grandpa, who passed away before she was born. Guided by her grandma's vivid descriptions, she embarks on a journey to picture his face and feel his love. Can she bridge the gap of time and memory to connect with the grandfather she never met? Discover how family stories and imagination bring warmth and connection to her heart.

From the publisher

For fans of Ed Young and Peter Sis, this breathtaking picture book, from LBYR’s first Emerging Artist Award Winner, Jin Xiaojing, is the perfect read for anyone who has lost a loved one.

A young girl has never met her grandpa. He passed away before she was born, but she misses him every day. She often wonders…what did he look like? Grandma says: His face was shaped like the moon, his mouth was good at telling stories, and his hair was as curly as a bird’s nest. With the help of her grandma and the rest of her loving family, will this young girl be able to imagine her grandpa’s face in her mind–and feel the love that he shared with others?