My Granny's Purse by Paul Hanson

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The Barnes & Noble Review
Sneak a peek at the contents of granny's purse in this awesome die-cut, interactive board book by Paul Hanson!

Along with a short story about Granny's love of life and adventure (and Mommy's preference for good manners), this bulging purse has some crazy things hidden inside. Sturdy Velcro locks together the easy-to-tote handles -- complete with a key chain fastened to them -- while the pages inside have flaps to open, strings to untie, and compartments to look inside. The international section of Granny's purse, for example, includes a lift-the-flap passport; an air-mail envelope containing a loose cardboard tea bag and postcard; and cardboard sunglasses that can be removed. In the gadget compartment ("My mommy always tells me, 'be careful.' My granny says, 'be prepared!' "), Granny has a big wrench, a screwdriver, a toothbrush, and aspirin. Plenty of other sections are loaded with eye candy as well, and the last page even has a signature polka-dot hankie attached.

A zany book that's a pure original, this overstuffed treat will elicit laughs on every page! For anyone who's familiar with an older woman's bag, the book is sure to provide surprises and giggles that will keep readers coming back for more. Like the buried items Granny keeps tucked away, kids are bound to get lost in My Granny's Purse. Matt Warner

From the Publisher

Open Granny's purse (yes, she said it's OK) and enter a treasure chest of mementos and magic. A unique, fourteen-page die-cut storybook crammed with interactive features and surprises for ages 3 and up, it contains a whole life waiting to be discovered.

Peek inside Granny's notebook. Try on her sunglasses. Check yourself in the mirror. Play with her keys. Look at her photos, read her letter, tie a bow, try on Granny's rings, wear her scarf. Not only is Granny's purse a veritable playground for little girls, but piece by piece it creates a portrait of an adventurous, independent, contemporary grandmother, imbued with spirit and gumption. This Granny's a traveler (and has the passport filled with stamps to prove it). A self-sufficient handyperson with her wrench and compass. A collector of lives and memories. And a genuine softie, with handfuls of treats ready to dispense.

She is also a very wise woman: My mommy says, 'You should never look in a lady's purse.' My granny says, 'Never say never!' My mommy says, 'Clean up your room!' 'Never throw anything away,' says granny. And while mommy always says, Sit still, please!, there's granny: Let's go! . . . Life is an adventure!

My Granny's Purse is illustrated in full color, has a Velcro closure, and comes in a clear plastic, stackable gift box. Jam-packed with fun things, it's really a story about love between the generations.

Publishers Weekly

My Granny's Purse by P. Hanson, a cardboard pocketbook stored in a clear plastic box, opens to reveal a varied collection of objects, from common purse-dwelling items such as a mirror and comb to less likely candidates, such as a wrench and a heart-shaped box of chocolates. Some objects are removable, such as facsimile cardboard keys and sunglasses (too bad you can't see out of them). A short text contrasts Granny's wisdom with Mommy's. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.

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