Through his project, Grandparent Merit Badges, and his companion children's book series, Dave Grunenwald invites families to put down their screens and rediscover the joy of doing things together, like volunteering in their community. His newest book, "Lucas and Emily's Food Bank Adventure," aims to help children understand empathy and the importance of helping those in need. It's a message that feels especially timely as the season of giving approaches.

Many people slow down when they reach retirement, but Dave Grunenwald decided to change careers entirely — channeling his energy into a new creative endeavor.

Dave Grunenwald's novels embrace the love of family with meaningful connections and interactions. His latest release, part of the Lucas and Emily series, features siblings Lucas and Emily as they take various trips with their families around their community.

Looking for meaningful ways to connect with your grandkids or the young children in your life? In this heartwarming interview, award-winning author Dave Grunenwald introduces Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure — a children's book that teaches empathy, kindness, and civic responsibility through age-appropriate storytelling.

With warmth, humor and artist Bonnie Lemaire’s imaginative illustrations, Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure from award-winning author Dave Grunenwald helps kids ages 5–10 see not only what food banks and volunteers really do, but also how they themselves can make a difference.

In a time when screens dominate and self-focus is the norm, one new children’s book is bringing back the values of compassion, action and community. Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure from award-winning author Dave Grunenwald isn’t just a fun read—it’s a gentle call to action for children to become thoughtful, helpful citizens.

In this video feature produced by Chris Inman, Dave discusses Grandparent Merit Badges™ and Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure.

The sixth book in the Lucas and Emily’s Adventures series, based on the Grandparent Merit Badges, focuses on grandkids and grandparents bonding through things like cooking, gardening and enjoying animals – and in this case, volunteering.

Fox 8 News anchor Stefani Schaefer sits down with lawyer turned childrens' author Dave Grunenwald to talk about his newest book teaching kids a valuable lesson.

Lucas and Emily's Food Bank Adventure is a children's book for 5- to 10-year-olds. It is designed to inspire children and their families to volunteer in community programs that help those in need.

David shares how his grandchildren inspired the Grandparent Merit Badges and the adventures of Lucas and Emily, including his newest book Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure, which teaches kids about giving back and helping others.

Young readers are in for a heartwarming and inspiring treat with the latest installment in Dave Grunenwald’s Lucas and Emily’s Adventures series. Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure invites children ages 5-10 to discover the joy of giving back, showing that volunteering can be fun, meaningful, and full of surprises.

After a successful career in accounting and real estate development, award-winning author, Dave Grunenwald has found a new calling: Writing children’s literature with a purpose.

Happy Grandparents Day with Author Dave Grunenwald and Host James Lott Jr. Dave promotes the postive effects of Grandfathers in the lives of grandchildren.

Dave Grunenwald, an award-winning author and attorney, joined 3News to talk about how he is encouraging kids to help others.

Lucas and Emily’s Foodbank Adventure, the latest release from award-winning author Dave Grunenwald, introduces young readers to the importance of helping others through the eyes of Lucas, his friends, and his grandpa.

In a time when screens dominate and self-focus is the norm, one new children’s book is bringing back the values of compassion, action and community.

Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure is more than just another children’s book. It is a story filled with empathy, action, and inspiration

From baseball, Tiffany lamps, food history, dining culture and more, Northeast Ohio authors and topics have been in the spotlight recently.

Award-winning author Dave Grunewald has released a new children’s book, ‘Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure,’ which promotes compassion, action, and community.

“Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure“, written by Dave Grunenwald and illustrated by Bonnie Lemaire, is a heartwarming story about giving back. This new picture book is the sixth installment in the Lucas and Emily’s Adventure series, which follows grandparents and grandkids bonding over adventures.

Dave Grunenwald joins Fred Fishkin on the Techstination podcast to share how Grandparent Merit Badges bring screen-free fun and meaningful connection to kids.

Author and creator of Grandparent Merit Badges Dave Grunenwald tells us about his second life after a career in law and real estate.

In an age when compassion and connection are more vital than ever, a new children’s book is helping families and educators start important conversations about kindness, empathy, and giving back.

Dave is interviewed on the The Frank Truatt Morning Show to talk about Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure.

Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure is the sixth book in the Lucas and Emily's Adventures series, a delightful collection of stories about grandkids and grandparents bonding through everyday adventures.

In a delightful new storybook that’s both entertaining and heartwarming, award-winning author Dave Grunenwald introduces young children to the value of compassion and community in Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure.

If you’re looking for a book to share with children that inspires empathy and action, Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure is a must-read gem.

Dave Grunenwald’s latest book “Lucas and Emily’s Food Bank Adventure” raises awareness about the work of food banks while connecting grandparents with grandchildren.

Author Dave Grunenwald earns prestigious award recognition for his book Lucas and Emily's Animal Adventures.

Dave Grunenwald has created a merit badge programs for grandparents to pursue with their grands. Suited for both one-on-one and group activities, it's a resource to help us put more focus and intention into our time with our grands.

The 21st Annual "Best Book" Awards Sponsored by American Book Fest. Congratulations to all Winners & Finalists of the 2024 Best Book Awards! All Finalists are of equal merit, listed alphabetically.

Author Dave Grunenwald and his Grandparent Merit Badges and Lucas and Emily’s Adventures series are featured on Halo Publishing. A proud grandfather from Northeast Ohio, Dave now focuses on creating children’s books and activity journals after a long career in law and real estate.

Next up, Dave Grunenwald has created quality paperback-bound Keepsake Activity Journals as a simple solution to “I’m bored.” His Grandparent Merit Badges (GMB) offer an easy and affordable way to “disconnect from the digital and reconnect with those who matter most.”

Author Dave Grunenwald is interviewed by Mz. Nikki on The Wake Up Call morning radio show.

Author Dave Grunenald and his Grandparent Merit Badges Collection and Lucas and Emily's Adventures Series of books are featured on Halo Publishing's website.

Leon sits down with Grandparent Merit Badges Author Dave Grunenwald and Terry Stephens, Director of Development at DCGIFTS Online, LLC to discuss his book.

Grandparent Merit Badges will be promoting their activity journals at HUDSONmART this year!

A creative book-and-sticker activity kit designed to help grandparents and kids connect through fun, meaningful shared experiences.