These eight short stories are written for the inquiring mind of a young child, with the view that grandparents play an important role in the development of their little loved ones. Many grandparents have had to accept that their grandchildren do not live around the corner from them. Therefore, intensive periods of involvement with them are relatively short. Yet, we still strive at every opportunity, to keep in touch with our grandchildren. The stories and illustrations that follow are a fun, humourous and expressive way in which grandparents can interact and stimulate communication between the generations, as well as develop a whole series of creative questions. These questions can initiate the first step of an educational journey of discovery.

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Alan L. Simons is an author, writer, and social advocate. He was born and educated in London, England, where he worked for various newspapers before immigrating to Canada. As a diplomat, he served as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Rwanda to Canada, in the post-genocide era. He lectures and writes on issues relating to religion in politics, antisemitism, intolerance, hate, Islamophobia, conflict, and terrorism. The Children of the Forest is his fifth published book.

"Very entertaining."

"Mr Simons', latest volume is a sheer delight for both grandparents and grandchildren. This rich tapestry of eight short stories is quite an ingenious literary device. It engulfs both the readers-grandparents-and the grandchildren. Truly an interactive experience which I laud. Thank you Mr Simons."