Michelle Dahl

Welcome To Michelle Dahl's Website!

Join Mickey on Her Magical

Beachside Adventure!

Where family traditions become timeless treasures

key story locations

Lighthouse

Beach

Souvenir shop

Bike route

Canadian friend's cottage

A Journey Through Maine

Make Your Own Souvenir

Coloring page of
Mickey and the
lighthouse

Seashell
craft guide

Printable postcard
template from
Mickey

about The Book

A Walk With Grandpere – Mickey’s Souvenirs

“A Walk With Grandpere – Mickey’s Souvenirs” by Michelle Dahl is a heartwarming chapter book that captures the magic of childhood memories, family traditions, and seaside adventures. Set in a quaint New England town, this story follows seven-year-old Mickey and her beloved Grandpere on their first unforgettable family beach vacation in Maine. As Mickey explores the wonders of the beach, collects seashells, and befriends a Canadian girl named Rene, she learns the joy of making new friends, the importance of teamwork, and the value of small, treasured moments that become lifelong souvenirs.

Rich with family warmth, gentle humor, and timeless lessons, this story appeals to young readers and parents alike, reminding us all of the simple joys of tradition, love, and legacy.

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What Our Client’s Say

"A charming and gentle story that captures the innocence of childhood and the warmth of family traditions. My students adored Mickey’s seaside adventures and the lessons of teamwork and kindness."

"This book beautifully reminded me of my own childhood trips with my grandparents. Michelle Dahl has created a timeless treasure for all generations to share."

"A delightful chapter book full of life lessons, humor, and heart. Perfect for bedtime reading with my kids, they couldn’t wait to hear what Mickey and Grandpere discovered next!"

"A heartwarming and well-crafted tale that blends family bonding, seaside adventure, and childhood wonder. Ideal for young readers developing a love for meaningful storytelling."

"I love Mickey because she’s brave and fun! I want to go on a beach trip just like her and find my own special seashell souvenir."

"A Walk With Grandpere, Mickey’s Souvenirs’ is more than just a story, it’s an invitation to create family memories, explore imagination, and teach kids about friendship, patience, and discovery."

Meet The Author

Hello I’m Michelle Dahl

Michelle Dahl is married with three grown children. She and her husband, Greg, have six grandchildren, ranging in age eighteen down to three. She is also a retired elementary school teacher. Writing and art were two of her favorite subjects to teach. It was inevitable they were to be her passion to pursue in retirement. Her debut book, A Walk With Grandpere: A Mickey Memory Story (2017), began as a teaching tool for modeling personal narrative writing to her intermediate age students. She has now expanded that smaller book into a chapter book version for older children entitled A Walk With Grandpere: Mickey’s Souvenirs (2025).