Grandparents say they learn more from grandkids than they do from their own children

MODERN-DAY grandparents reckon they learn more from their grandchildren than their kids when they were young.

A poll of 2,000 grandparents, found they gain invaluable knowledge about tech and social media from their grandchildren.

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Around a fifth of grandparents have been taught TikTok dances by their grandchildren[/caption]

A whopping 94 per cent said they have a “special bond” with their granddaughter or grandson.

As many as 81 per cent agreed that playtime is where they learn the most about the technological advances of today.

Grandparents are taught how to work a tablet and download music, which wasn’t about when their children were small.

Nine in ten of those surveyed via OnePoll were happy to do more with their grandchildren, as it helps build the bond between them.

Additionally, 87 per cent feel a responsibility to make sure their home is safe.

“Having a close relationship with grandparents can be incredibly rewarding for everyone involved,” said a spokesperson for Gas Safe Register.

“Not only do the youngsters get to spend time with their grandparents, but the older generation gets to learn from them and experience the world through their eyes at the same time.

“The time the two generations get to spend together is precious.”

The research revealed, 92 per cent think spending time with grandchildren helps keep them young at heart.

Some of the other things grandparents have learned from their grandchildren include the characters on the latest TV shows and how to build LEGO sets.

Around a fifth have been taught TikTok dances and how to use emojis, while 42 per cent have been reminded how to have fun.

More than half feel able to spend more quality time with their grandchildren than they did with their kids when they were young.

Safety is key

And 31 per cent of those polled believe they’re relied on to watch their children’s kids “much more” than they asked their parents back in the day.

Around 74 per cent of grandparents keep all dangerous or unsafe objects locked away or out of reach and nearly half confess to being more clued-up on home safety measures than the parents.

Two-thirds have smoke alarms fitted and ensure they’re tested regularly, and 55 per cent stay on top of having their gas appliances serviced annually.

Yet, despite 60 per cent ensuring they have a carbon monoxide alarm fitted and tested regularly, less than a fifth could correctly name all the signs that one or more of their gas appliances could be unsafe or faulty.

Some of the lesser-known signs included a lazy yellow or orange flame on your gas hob or oven, dark, sooty staining on or around gas appliances and hissing or whistling sounds from the gas appliance.

Gas Safe Register’s spokesperson added: “As more and more parents rely on their own mum and dad for childcare, making sure every home is in tip-top condition when it comes to safety is paramount.

“However, what’s clear from today’s research is that there’s a misguided confidence among grandparents when it comes to gas safety.

“It’s vital that people are clued-up on how to stay gas safe within their homes – to help protect both themselves and their loved ones from the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, gas leaks and in some worst instances fire and explosions.”