Grandfathers: An Untapped Resource
This article from fathers.com discusses the important role grandfathers can play in the lives of their grandchildren. How might Mr. Carpenter react to this article? How might his daughter? His granddaughter? Write a one paragraph response to the article from the point of view of each of these characters.

Modern Maturity
This site offers articles from Modern Maturity magazine. The magazine is sponsored by AARP, an association for retired people. With a small group of classmates, discuss how the themes and subjects found in Modern Maturity articles compare with those you might read about in your favorite magazines.