The heart of this engaging, intergenerational book represents uncomplicated time shared together, imaginations on fire, and the treasure of unconditional love. You are welcome, You are important, and You are loved!

Inspired by true events, ten cousins meet each winter and summer holiday at their Grandma and Grandpa’s home in rural Wisconsin….the MAGNIFICENT Stone House. While reveling in the beauty of nature’s playground, time is unselfishly shared, blessing abound, and kindness prevails SIDE-BY-SIDE WITH THEIR GRANDPARENTS while creating wonderful traditions and lifelong memories.

Six rhyming children’s stories with vivid, engaging illustrations depict the simple yet fabulous delight that families share by intentionally creating ALL IN fun. The first story Building the Stone House establishes the setting for the next 5 stories. And each story chronicle sheer joy felt by this real family and the deep love that binds them together.

Readers will soon discover that these stories can spark memories of their own unique traditions. The Our Traditions Your Way activity in the back of the book including The Birthday Parade and Handprint Hall, can be adapted for any family to bring alive their memories and creating activities to share. The addition of Seek & Find pages also allows for creative discovery as families hunt for pictures in the stories. In this MAGNIFICENT Stone House, Time is unselfishly shared, Wisdom is gained, Kindness prevails, as beloved Traditions are created.

Come on in. Capture the Spark! Make these traditions and memories your own!