The inspiration came when we moved into a new house. My dad, who is very handy, came to help install a new light fixture. My three-year-old son was so excited to see that Grandpa brought his toolbox to our house. My son got out his own Fisher Price toolbox and “helped” with the project.

For weeks after, he asked to go to Grandpa’s house and play with Grandpa’s toolbox. I wanted to write a book that reflected the sweet connection between my dad and my son. I also wanted to write the kind of book my son would love to read. Right now, he loves simple stories about the types of things and activities he sees every day.