With Father’s Day around the corner, we are reminded of a figure we often take for granted – our super dads! From working long hours at night to making silly faces that make us smile, from cooking us unhealthy breakfasts in the morning to teaching us how to ride a bike, our dads seem to be able to do it all!
Let’s not forget the never-ending treasure trove of ‘Dad jokes!’ This list of children’s books celebrates fathers from all walks of life for all the life and love they give us every day!
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9 Books That Celebrate Super Dads And Why We Love Them
1. Some Daddies by Carol Gordon Ekster
Age Group: 2-6 Years
Why We Love This: Daddies come in all shapes and sizes, with different hobbies and jobs. But they are always there to teach, play, comfort, and laugh with us. It celebrates the diversity of dads across the world – from two-dad families to single dads, stay-at-home dads, to fathers who tuck you in at night after a long day at work!
2. Made For Me by Zack Bush
Age Group: 3-5 Years
Why We Love This: It celebrates the tender bond between father and child, strengthened by milestones like “Dada” and first steps, reminding them they are meant to be together. It pays homage to a father’s joy of watching their little peanut grow and is the perfect gift for new fathers!
3. Owl Moon by Jane Yolen
Age Group: 3-7 Years
Why We Love This: This wonderfully illustrated book uses gentle, poetic words to depict the companionship between a father and daughter and their connection with nature. It teaches kids that sometimes you don’t need words to enjoy the company of a father, just a shared hope and time spent together.
4. Oh, Daddy! by Bob Shea
Age Group: 4-8 Years
Why We Love This: Dads and kids depend on one another more than they realise, and this book celebrates all the hilarious and silly things fathers do to get us through the day, making us giggle and say, “Oh, Daddy!”
5. My Dad by Susan Quinn
Age Group: 4-7 Years
Why We Love This: This book breaks the stereotype of a superhero dad by highlighting the simple, everyday activities that make him special, such as baking, gardening, and playing make-believe, through lyrical rhymes and gentle illustrations.
6. What We’ll Build: Plans For Our Together Future by Oliver Jeffers
Age Group: 4-8 Years
Why We Love This: A warm story of a father and daughter, laying the foundation of their home, life, and love together, using their own special tools and building memories one step at a time! Their boundless love comes to life with spectacular illustrations that come to life with every turned page!
7. Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry
Age Group: 4-8 Years
Why We Love This: This book celebrates the loving relationship between a father and daughter. The father goes to great lengths to make his daughter feel beautiful and happy while encouraging her to appreciate her natural hair.
8. Dad By My Side by Soosh
Age Group: 4-8 Years
Why We Love This: Whimsical and full of love, this book illustrates how dads look out for us—from playing make-believe to teaching us new things to scaring away monsters under our beds!
9. How to Surprise a Dad: A Book for Dads and Kids by Jean Reagan
Age Group: 3-6 years
Why We Love This: What better way to celebrate dads than by surprising them with little acts of kindness? It teaches kids the joy of doing things for the best dad in the world – from little chores around the house to the big reveal!
These vibrant and heartwarming books are perfect for Father’s Day and every day of the week! What books do you love reading with your child? Let us know in the comments below!
