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Find out why schools, educators, & libraries LOVE the Country Grandma, City Grandma Children’s Book Series!

Series

Overview

Country Grandma, City Grandma is a heartwarming non-fiction children’s book series for ages 3+, inspired by real family experiences. Told through the voices of three siblings, the series celebrates inter-generational love, multicultural family life, early learning, and the everyday joy of spending time with grandparents.

Written by retired educator Lucille Tannis, the series supports early literacy, cultural awareness, and meaningful conversation between children and caregivers. Ideal for classrooms, libraries, and homeschool environments.

Why Schools & Libraries Love This Series

  • Written by a retired educator

  • Supports early childhood education and discussion-based learning

  • Reflects diverse and multicultural family structures

  • Encourages intergenerational connection

  • Ideal for read-alouds, storytime, and classroom discussion

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Available Titles &

BOOK 1: Country Grandma, City Grandma – Carisse’s Story

Formats: Hard Copy | Kindle Edition
Authors: Lucille Tannis & Sherren McKenzie
Illustrator: Vivian Conroy
Ages: 3+

A non-fiction story about visiting two very different grandmas—one in the country and one in the city. Through Carisse’s experiences, children explore family traditions, favourite foods, games, and the joy of time spent with grandparents near or far. Includes suggested follow-up activities.

Key Curriculum Connections:

  • Family studies

  • Oral storytelling

  • Social-emotional learning

BOOK 2: Country Grandma, City Grandma – Sariah's Story
Learning, Loving, and Growing With My Grandmas

Format: Paperback, Large Print
Author: Lucille Tannis
Illustrator: Lucille Mylin
Ages: 3+

Meet Sariah (Riah or RiRi) as she grows through learning, play, and encouragement from two loving grandmas. This story highlights early literacy, positive affirmations, and the importance of supportive learning environments at home and school.

Key Curriculum Connections:

  • Early literacy and numeracy

  • Kindergarten readiness

  • Family and faith-based learning (where applicable)

BOOK 3: Ctry Grandma, City Grandma – Judah’s Story

Format: Paperback / Kindle
Author: Lucille Tannis
Illustrator: Vivian Conroy
Ages: 3+

Judah shares the joy of growing up with grandparents from two cultures. Through sports, favourite foods, and everyday activities, this story celebrates multicultural identity, gratitude, and the love that shapes confident children.

Key Curriculum Connections:

  • Multicultural education

  • Family and community studies

  • Identity and belonging

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Projects

Engaging stories that spark imagination and learning.

Children gathered around a storyteller in a cozy library corner.
Children gathered around a storyteller in a cozy library corner.
Country Grandma

Warm tales from the countryside, full of heart.

A child reading a book under a tree in a sunny park.
A child reading a book under a tree in a sunny park.
City Grandma

Adventures in the bustling city with grandma.

A colorful classroom with children listening attentively.
A colorful classroom with children listening attentively.
Stacks of the three-book set ready for school libraries.
Stacks of the three-book set ready for school libraries.
School Kits

Resources designed to support educators’ needs.

Library Packs

Curated sets perfect for library collections.

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