Kindle
$7.99
Available instantly
Audible Logo Audiobook
$0.00
with membership trial
Hardcover
$11.30
Board book
$8.44
Kindle Price: $7.99

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions

Buy for others

Give as a gift or purchase for a team or group.
Learn more

Buying and sending eBooks to others

  1. Select quantity
  2. Buy and send eBooks
  3. Recipients can read on any device

These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold.
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

Vanessa Brantley-Newton
+ Follow
More books from this author
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

Grandma's Purse Kindle Edition

by Vanessa Brantley-Newton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 394 ratings
Teachers' pick
See all formats and editions
Spend the day with a grandma and granddaughter in this charming picture book about the magic found in their favorite accessory, a perfect gift this Mother's Day!
When Grandma Mimi comes to visit, she always brings warm hugs, sweet treats...and her purse. You never know what she'll have in there--fancy jewelry, tokens from around the world, or something special just for her granddaughter. It might look like a normal bag from the outside, but Mimi and her granddaughter know that it's pure magic!

In this adorable, energetic ode to visits from grandma, beloved picture book creator Vanessa Brantley Newton shows how an ordinary day can become extraordinary.
Read more Read less
Previous page
  1. Reading age
    3 - 5 years
  2. Print length
    34 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - Kindergarten
  5. Lexile measure
    AD610L
  6. Publisher
    Knopf Books for Young Readers
  7. Publication date
    January 9, 2018
  8. Page Flip
    Not Enabled
  9. Word Wise
    Not Enabled
  10. Enhanced typesetting
    Not Enabled
  11. Sticky notes
    Not Enabled
  12. ISBN-13
    978-1524714314
  13. See all details
Next page
  Report an issue with this product or seller
Add a debit or credit card to save time when you check out
Convenient and secure with 2 clicks. Add your card

Editorial Reviews

Review

A Chicago Public Library Best of the Year selection

"Brims with adorable small stuff to look at. No illustrator does clothes, decor, and style better than Brantley-Newton." —The New York Times

"Brantley-Newton creates a whimsical interplay of patterns, rich color, and her trademark lively expressions--a beautiful visual mélange. The magic of grandparents is undeniable, and this book is an excellent treat for grandkids to share with their own grandmas and grandpas, or the other way around." —Kirkus Reviews

"Brantley-Newton's vividly colorful images paint the happiness the little girl feels in her grandmother's presence. A strong intergenerational choice for any picture book collection."—SLJ

"An exuberant melange of brightly colored, cheerful images, perfectly matched to the cheerful tone of the intergenerational story." —Booklist

"A heartfelt homage to brown girls and their wonder-inducing grandmothers." —Horn Book

About the Author

Vanessa Brantley-Newton is a self-taught illustrator, doll maker, and crafter who studied fashion illustration at FIT and children's book illustration at the School of Visual Arts in New York. She is the author and illustrator of Let Freedom Sing and Don't Let Auntie Mabel Bless the Table and has illustrated numerous children's books including Sewing Stories by Barbara Herkert, Mary Had A Little Glam by Tammi Sauer, One Love and Every Little Thing, words by Bob & Cedella Marley, and Presenting Tallulah by Tori Spelling. Vanessa currently makes her nest in Charlotte, North Carolina with her husband, daughter, and a very rambunctious cat named Stripes. Learn more about Vanessa and her artwork at VanessaBrantleyNewton.com and on Facebook.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B072STMM2Q
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Knopf Books for Young Readers (January 9, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 9, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 55004 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Not enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 34 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1524714321
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 394 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Vanessa celebrates self-love and acceptance of all cultures through her work, and hopes to inspire young readers to find their own voices. She first learned to express herself as a little girl through song. Growing up in a musical family, Vanessa’s parents taught her how to sing to help overcome her stuttering. Each night the family would gather to make music together, with her mom on piano, her dad on guitar, and Vanessa and her sister, Coy, singing the blues, gospel, spirituals, and jazz. Now whenever she illustrates, music fills the air and finds its way into her art. The children she draws can be seen dancing, wiggling, and moving freely across the page in an expression of happiness. Music is a constant celebration, no matter the occasion, and Vanessa hopes her illustrations bring joy to others, with the same magic of a beautiful melody.

Customer reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
394 global ratings
Not a very engaging story
3 Stars
Not a very engaging story
The book was fine, the pictures were cute, but the story was kind of boring. It starts out with the little girl saying that her grandma's purse has all kinds of magical things inside. But grandma's purse just has a cell phone, hair pins and photos in it. I just thought it would have more interesting items. As another reviewer said, the words don't flow very smoothly either. "Will you show me what's inside? Yes she will!" It comes across a little forced. I can't see my daughter requesting to read a book about hair pins and an old cell phone. I would return it, but I've read that most returns to Amazon end up at the landfill, so I'll probably donate the book to the library.
Hide
Thank you for your feedback
Sorry, there was an error
Sorry we couldn't load the review

Top reviews from the United States

ItsRoni
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2023
Verified Purchase
This book brought back so many memories from my childhood! I highly recommend this book to anyone who has fond memories of Grandma!
Helpful
 Report
africa
5.0 out of 5 stars Grandmas purse
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2018
Verified Purchase
I loved reading grandma's purse. the story in itself is magical thinking of all the times when I was young and the times I spent with my grandmother. always looking for hidden treasure in her purse which meant my favorite candies that she knew I loved. the beautiful illustrations as well sweeps you into the story and you get lost until the end. I give this book on a scale of 1 to 10 a 20:)
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
scorpion
5.0 out of 5 stars It a very fun and familiar book that very grandkid can love.
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023
Verified Purchase
I identified lots with this book because I myself have a magical purse.
Helpful
 Report
Angel M
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2023
Verified Purchase
This is a great buy! I have beautiful grandchildren. I can then my grandloves. My youngest granddaughter is 1 loves in my purse. Lol When I saw the title I was sold! Lol This is a great buy!
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
B.
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2020
Verified Purchase
The board book copy is shaped like a purse! The vibrant colors and warm writing are engaging. When I gave this book as a gift, the proud new owner carried it around even after it was read to her. She was under two years old at the time.
Helpful
 Report
DD
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoy
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2022
Verified Purchase
It's simply adorable and fun.
Helpful
 Report
Phil Lavoie
4.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous fun with brilliant illustrations!
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2021
Verified Purchase
This is such a sweet Grandma and granddaughter story, with the incredibly-relatable premise of going through Grandma's purse, where treasures abound! It reminded my daughters of their grandma, and they really enjoyed the story. Vanessa Brantley-Newton is also an incredible illustrator! We also own Mary Had a Little Glam and One Love, and I recommend those as well!
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report

Top reviews from other countries

ED
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story
Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2022
Verified Purchase
Present for my grand daughter
Report
Damali Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Reviewed in Canada on December 12, 2018
Verified Purchase
Love it!
Report
Report an issue

Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report