Lovely artwork accompanies this simple plea to use our imagination, as a grandfather dazzles his grandson with tales of strange derring-do. It might be a bit too simple, but it's got a basic and warm appeal for the young.

This is a wonderful story about the time a boy spends with his grandfather. He used to be a magician and has a trunk in the attic. Everyday, he pulls something from the trunk and takes Charlie on a journey somewhere on earth or somewhere in time. It is a beautifully illustrated story about the power of imagination. Charlie is treated to a different story that he shares with his father, until his father tells him that they are all tall tales. Charlie and his grandfather talk about the magic in the world unleashed by imagination and that night he unleashes the power of his own imagination and shows up in one of grandfather's adventures just in time to save him. A great story for sharing with little ones or with school children to help them use their imagination.

This story is simply wonderful. It’s full of imagination and care. The illustrations are also top notch and help progress the tale. The best way to describe it is to say it's like a non-Christmas Polar Express. You just have to believe. We all have magic inside of us, you just have to believe it exists. Absolutely wonderful.

ARC Copy...very much a depiction of the magical moments with a grand parent with active imagination plus the wonders/powers of imagination to metaphorically take you places while being open minded and child-like about it. The rich illustrations doesn't hurt too.

A beautifully illustrated story about the power of imagination. Charlie loves staying with his grandfather, who used to be a magician. In the attic, his grandfather has a large story chest that has objects taken from his many adventures. Every time he stays, Charlie is treated to a different story until he unleashes the power of his own imagination and tags along in the adventures. A delightful book that my grandson enjoyed getting read to him.

This was a really cute read. I love the relationship between the boy and his grandfather. It also has such a great message showing the power of imagination and believing in the unbelievable. The illustrations were also really well done.

This is a great book that shows the power of your imagination through Charlie and his Grandpa! The book is easy to follow and it has some lovely images - 4 stars from me - a great little book that celebrates the power of imagination and the magic of make believe.