Books about Father
Award winning
My Dad Thinks He's Funny
Katrina Germein, Tom Jellett, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
- Humorous, engaging father-child dynamic.
- Stimulates language development through witty dialogue.
- Enhances understanding of familial relationships.
- Encourages laughter and bonding during shared reading.

My Dad Thinks He's Funny
Katrina Germein, Tom Jellett, 2010
Award winning
My Papi Has a Motorcycle
Isabel Quintero, Zeke Peña, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
- Celebrates familial bonds through vivid storytelling.
- Enhances cultural understanding and community awareness.
- Stimulates imagination with vibrant urban landscapes.
- Supports language skills and emotional development.

My Papi Has a Motorcycle
Isabel Quintero, Zeke Peña, 2019
The Hairdo That Got Away
Joseph Coelho, Fiona Lumbers, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
- Explores emotional resilience through creative storytelling.
- Encourages parent-child bonding over hair grooming routines.
- Addresses coping with change and loss poignantly.
- Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

The Hairdo That Got Away
Joseph Coelho, Fiona Lumbers, 2019
Award winning
Weekends with Max and His Dad
Linda Urban, Katie Kath, 2016
160 pages
Why to read
- Explores father-son bonding on fun weekend adventures.
- Encourages creativity and imagination in everyday situations.
- Highlights importance of family relationships and support.
- Accessible language suitable for young readers.

Weekends with Max and His Dad
Linda Urban, Katie Kath, 2016
Our Father
Cindy Starr Stewart, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
- Fosters understanding and appreciation of familial relationships.
- Encourages empathy and emotional development in children.
- Supports communication skills through engaging narrative.
- Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonds.

Our Father
Cindy Starr Stewart, 2013
Award winning
Becoming A Big Sister: Blessings From Above
Ona Erike, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
- Empowers siblings embracing new family roles.
- Highlights the joys and challenges of sisterhood.
- Fosters empathy and responsibility in young readers.
- Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

Becoming A Big Sister: Blessings From Above
Ona Erike, 2023
Award winning
Girl Dad
Sean Williams, Jay Davis, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
- Celebrates the unique bond between fathers and daughters.
- Encourages positive gender roles through storytelling.
- Supports emotional development and empathy.
- Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family connections.

Girl Dad
Sean Williams, Jay Davis, 2022
Award winning
The Father Who Had Ten Children (Picture Books)
Benedicte Guettier, 1999
48 pages
Why to read
- Explores themes of responsibility and family dynamics.
- Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
- Encourages counting and basic math skills.
- Fun, heartwarming story ideal for bedtime reading.
