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My Gran Does Karate by Michel Deverall

My Gran Does Karate

Michel Deverall

Larrikin House US · Print & ebook · July 1, 2025

A Picture Books pick for readers exploring My Gran Does Karate.

Multigenerational FamiliesMartial Arts
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Who it’s for
A formidable gran brings playful martial-arts swagger and a mischievous edge.
Themes
Grandparent strength, Karate and action, Challenging age stereotypes
Pacing
Fast

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About this book

My gran does Karate. She knows how to block and chop and how to kick and spin. Don't let her wrinkles and old skinny bones fool you - my gran is REALLY strong! This legendary lady is about to Hi-Yah her way into your heart and show you what grannies are really made of. But, who will be in the firing line when Gran chops and blocks her way all over town?

Gran’s Got Moves

A formidable gran brings playful martial-arts swagger and a mischievous edge.

Come here for

  • Karate moves with a granny-sized twist
  • A spirited celebration of an unexpectedly strong elder

Expect

  • Comic action that ranges all over town
  • A playful take on what grannies are made of

Where it sits

Multigenerational Families70%
Martial Arts64%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Kids' Fiction
  • Multigenerational Families
  • Martial Arts
Authors
Michel Deverall
Publisher
Larrikin House US
Published
July 1, 2025
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Grandparent strength · Karate and action · Challenging age stereotypes
Reading lane
Kids' Fiction