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July 9, 2008 - 4:34am — Shayne Packer

My wife and I are currently writing a book on grandparenting. It focuses on technology. What cool technologies are available to grandparents? How can it benefit their relationships with their grandchildren? How can grandparents learn how to use these technologies? The book will specifically discuss each of these questions and more. We will have easy-to-use tutorials that show how to use various technologies.

We also are developing a companion website, discussion forum, blog, podcast, email newsletter, and more -- all for grandparents. These will offer other ideas and tips.

The names for the book and website could be the same or different. What are your ideas for possible names for the book? Should the website have the same name?

Here are some sample ideas:

  • GrandSharing

  • GrandparentsTLC (TLC = Technology/Tech Savvy, Love/loving, Connect/Connection/Connecting)

  • GrandparentingTLC

  • GrandToGrand

  • MyGrandPlace

  • OurGrandPlace

  • TechGrandparents

  • TechSavvyGrandparents

  • TodaysGrandparents

    Please participate by posting a comment (below) with your ideas.

    thanks, Shayne

    Comments

    August 13, 2008 - 4:14pm — NanaWriteOn

    I just love the idea for this

    I just love the idea for this book that you are working on, about grandparents and staying connected to and with our grandchildren,  through technology. 

    I would suggest (only) that you try to keep your online presence closely connected to whatever you name your new book on grandparents.  I'm sure you are well aware of branding.  It is hyper-important online.  This way... we senile grandparents won't have a problem finding you online:-)  We detest any confusion you know?

    So here goes:

    The Connected Grandparent - Today!
    A GrandParent's Guide To Easy Technology
    GrandParents Who Stay Connected Through Technology
    For GrandParents: How to Stay Connected Through Simple Technology
    Your Grandchildren Have Email -- Do YOU?
    Connecting With Grandchildren Through Technology
    GrandParents CAN Connect Online! It's EASY...

    Okay...  enough for now.  Can't wait to see how you capture MY attention with your new book.

    Warm Regards,





















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    tDMg
    LdsNana-AskMormon on HubPages

    NanaWriteOn
    Kathryn Skaggs

    August 15, 2008 - 12:56pm — WendyJRoan

    I REALLY agree with and like

    I REALLY agree with and like the book titles Kathryn suggested.  Here are my favorites (the bold titles are my very favorite because they play on the simplicity and urgency of being connected online):

    A GrandParent's Guide To Easy Technology
    For GrandParents: How to Stay Connected Through Simple Technology
    Your Grandchildren Have Email -- Do YOU?


    GrandParents CAN Connect Online! It's EASY...






    August 13, 2008 - 5:00pm — Shayne Packer

    Thanks Kathryn. I like

    Thanks Kathryn. I like several of those titles. Technology is cool and useful, if you are aware of it and know how to use it. And you're right; it's all about connecting!


    Everyone keep the ideas coming please! What should we name the website?



    thanks, Shayne
    August 13, 2008 - 5:39pm — NanaWriteOn

    Shayne -I am the

    Shayne -

    I am the obsessive/compulsive type and could have gone on and on with title suggestions for your new book on grandparents and technology.  But I am older and wiser now, and am learning when to allow other's to take over.  Again, best of luck on a final decision.  It is fun to just play around:-)

    Warm Regards







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    tDMg
    LdsNana-AskMormon on HubPages

    NanaWriteOn
    Kathryn Skaggs

    August 19, 2008 - 3:29am — Shayne Packer

    I have separated this

    I have separated this subject. This post will continue the discussion for book name ideas.

    I have creating a new post specifically for Name ideas for new website. Please give us your input.


    Thanks, Shayne

    August 21, 2008 - 4:14am — Grandma Henke

    Here's my 2 cents worthOnline

    Here's my 2 cents worth

    Online Grandparenting
    Grandparents Online
    Connect with Online Grandchildren







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    Edna Henke

    August 23, 2008 - 3:05am — Jodi (not verified)

    My vote

    I have to say that "Your Grandchildren Have Email -- Do YOU?" is my favorite so far.  It is catchy and makes me wonder what it's about, but implies something to do with technology.  Great for a book title.  I'll check the other post for web site ideas.