Grandpa’s Story

Some of the stories your family treasures most live in Grandpa’s memory—told in small pieces over years.

Grandpa’s Story is a guided keepsake journal by bestselling artist and author Korie Herold, designed to help grandfathers of any age record the moments, lessons, and stories they want to pass down. Thoughtful prompts and plenty of writing space make it easier for him to move through his childhood, school years, work, family life, and the values he hopes to share.

It’s a meaningful gift for new grandfathers, Father’s Day, birthdays, or any season when you want to say: “Your story matters to us.”

What’s inside

The journal is organized into sections that walk him through different chapters of his life, including:

• Early Childhood – What home was like growing up, favorite toys, games, and family traditions
• School Years – Friends, teachers, and who he thought he might become
• Work and Travel – First jobs, memorable trips, and big turning points
• Love and Family – Relationship stories, becoming a dad and grandpa, and what surprised him most
• Character and Values – What he believes, what he’s learned, and the family values he hopes to pass down
• Hypotheticals and Curiosities – What he might have done differently, and the best advice he ever received
• Words of Wisdom – Extra space for letters and messages to his children, grandchildren, and future generations

Prompts are specific enough to get him started, but open enough for him to tell stories in his own words.

Special features

• Elegant linen cover with gold foil
• Acid-free, archival paper
• Layflat design for easy writing
• Carefully developed prompts and clean layouts that invite reflection without feeling overwhelming

This is the kind of book that becomes a family heirloom—something you’ll pull out years from now to remember how he saw the world.

Why we carry it

At The Commonplace Company, planning and writing are acts of care—for yourself and your people. Grandpa’s Story gives that care a tangible form: a place for a grandfather to gather his memories and wisdom so his family can return to them, again and again, in every season of life.