EP 92:The Evolution of the Grandkid Investigator Concept: Then and Now

grandchild parenting/intergenerational connection podcast Oct 02, 2025

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In this episode, I share how the Grandkid Investigator idea first began. After writing The Value of Wrinkles, I realized I wanted my own kids to connect with their grandparents now, not decades later. What started as a simple experiment at home has grown into a program designed to make intergenerational connections fun, meaningful, and lasting. Join me as I tell the story behind it all and hint at where the journey is headed next.

Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction to the Grand Kid Investigator Concept

08:48 - The Evolution of the Grand Kid Investigator Program

15:09 - Future Plans and Community Engagement

Resources mentioned:

Episode 91 - https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/blog/The-Grandkid-Investigator-Concept-The-Spark-that-Started-It-All
Email sign up link - valueofwrinkles.com/signup
The Book - https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/the-book
Prepare to Care Course - https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/preptocare

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