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Grandma, What’s That? Countdown to Christmas: A Nine Mile Babies Adventure

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A children’s picture book celebrating the fun of Christmas around the world, from the Caribbean to Kenya

Now available for preorder. All preorders will ship on or before October 6, 2026.

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Forthcoming: 10/6/26

$16.95 $12.71

Description

Count down to Christmas with the Nine Mile Babies on their first snowy adventure! Learn the importance of thinking about others as Grandma surprises her grandchildren and introduces them to the magical Mama Joy and Frostbite, a little reindeer with a bright blue nose who’s always sneezing. Together, the Nine Mile Babies set off on an exciting bobsleigh ride across the globe, from Kenya to St. Lucia—searching for the perfect gifts for each other.

Full of laughter, kindness, and discovery, Grandma, What’s That? Countdown to Christmas reminds us that the greatest gifts come from the heart. Experience the magic, love, and fun that make Christmas truly special. The picture book concludes with a simple  quiz to help teachers and caregivers encourage engagement and comprehension in new readers.

The Grandma, What’s That? series follows a grandmother and her grandchildren, the Nine Mile Babies, as they explore new places and cultures. Through fun, educational stories, it promotes diversity, cultural pride, and awareness, while celebrating the wisdom shared across generations. Designed for children ages 0–7, it invites young readers around the world to discover the rich heritage of the Caribbean and Africa together.

Book Details

  • Hardcover: 40 pages
  • Published: 10/6/26
  • IBSN: 9781636143170
  • e-IBSN: 9781636143187

Author

Princess Booker is an author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist best known as the creator of the children’s brand Nine Mile Babies. The granddaughter of Cedella Marley Booker and niece of Bob Marley, she continues her family’s legacy of culture and creativity. Of Jamaican and Bajan heritage, Booker was inspired by childhood visits to Nine Mile, Jamaica, with her grandmother—experiences that sparked the spirit behind Grandma, What’s That? Her children’s book series celebrates diversity, cultural education, and representation. The CEO of Nine Mile Clothing and a Grammy Award–nominee, Booker champions cultural pride and empowerment through storytelling, fashion, and philanthropy—honoring the strong women and lived experiences that shaped her journey. Her latest book is Grandma, What’s That?
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