grandparents.com(sm) a new generation of grandparents.
SEARCH
Free Newsletter
Help
Loading top menu.
Celebrity Education Family Finance Health Legal Long-Distance New Grandparents You & Your Grandchildren Columnists
Expert Advice > Long-Distance

6 Gifts That Bridge the Distance

1 of 8 next
How To Be There When You're Far Away

The holidays can be challenging for grandparents who won't be sitting by the tree when kids open their presents. If you can't be there, you can still make sure the kids feel your presence. When selecting gifts, focus on the personal and meaningful; steer away from the latest toys that they will use and set aside before you see them again. The following suggestions can help you start new traditions and create lasting memories for your grandchildren.

Next »
ADVERTISEMENT
follow us on facebook follow us on twitter

happening right now

Video Contest: Enter the "Get Active with Your Grandkids" Video Contest! Ten winners will receive a Schwinn bicycle with helmet!
Recipes: 3 Recipes from Ming Tsai and a DVD Giveaway! Whip up these fresh, fast recipes from Ming Tsai and enter to win his new DVD
activities: 25 Great Sleepover Activities Make your grandkids' evening so fun they'll want to come back next week, too
Money: 5 Shopping Tricks to Save You More at the Store Learn how to tell what's a real deal, and what isn't
toys: Our Favorite Toys on the Silver Screen Some of the best films and movie characters were inspired by toys — take a look!
Benefits Club Giveaway: Win a Mystery Hat Game From Learning Resources Make Learning Magical!
article: The Benefits of Forging Family Traditions Our columnist reflects on the annual family vacation that binds the generations
Money: Trade in Your Old Electronics They may be worth more than you think
Coloring Pages: Rainy Day Let spring showers inspire the artist in your grandchild
Benefits Club Deal: Coffees of Hawaii: Save 10% & Free Shipping! Say Aloha to great coffee!

about the author

Elizabeth Encarnacion is the author or editor of several books for kids, teens, and families, including The Girls' Guide to Campfire Activities (Applesauce Press, 2008), Fabulous Fun Foam Book & Kit, and The Jimmy Buffett Concert Handbook.
ADVERTISEMENT
Copyright © 2007-11 Grandparents.com LLC, all rights reserved. Trustee Seal