Grandma Gogo is a book about values. It is about a grandma called Gogo who connects
with her grandchildren by writing them a series of letters, to reinforce the positives of life.
Gogo writes to them about awesome, colourful values like; being kind, feeling good,
being safe, being truthful, feeling calm and sleepy, being curious, saying “I love you”,
good manners, being grateful and living your best life.
This book will appeal to grandma’s, grandpa’s, great grandparents, carers, children
and grand children everywhere.
The colourful values written in a letter to her grandchildren, helps and encourages
them in a fun way, instilling her colourful, core personal values and reinforcing the
positives of life.
Gogo hopes you can relate to her little stories by reading them to your beloved little
human, thus starting a helpful conversation.
Here is an example of her letters:
Dear Kiddo,
To live your best life on this planet
Remember Gogo’s tips to help you grow
The world is a magical place
Remember to be kind, happy, safe, careful and good
While you live on this planet in space
Love Gogo
Enjoy!
Author:
The author, Margot Bain (whose nickname is “Gogo”), has worked in childcare as an
assistant teacher. She has run an employment agency for mothercraft nurses, providing
care to babies and families. She has done a writing course with the University of
Tasmania.
Above all, she loves being an active grandmother to eight amazing grandkids and
mother to four wonderful daughters. One daughter is a primary school teacher, one is
an occupational therapist, one is a tech-whiz and TV producer, and one is an artist and
jeweller.
Margot loves to paint ceramics, she volunteers for the Australian Diabetes Council
and occasionally sings in a community choir. She loved working on the children’s
program at the Art Gallery of NSW when volunteering in recent years. She loves to write
poetry and letters too!
With her tips to guide children, Margot Bain is helping her readers to colour their
lives with awesome values.
@grandma.gogo
Illustrator:
Hiruni Kariyawasam, known as Hiru, is a passionate and innovative illustrator renowned
for her captivating and vibrant artwork that beautifully blends cultural influences with
contemporary styles. Hiruni has a keen eye for detail and a unique artistic voice that
brings stories to life through watercolor and intricate designs. Her work spans various
mediums and projects, including children’s book illustrations. With a commitment to
celebrating diversity and inspiring imagination, Hiruni Kariyawasam continues to make
a memorable mark in the world of visual storytelling.
* A heartfelt story celebrating the wisdom and love of grandparents.
* Encourages kindness, gratitude and curiosity in young readers.
* A gentle reminder of the life lessons that shape who we become.
