Picture Book Gifts for Dads

Here are a few titles on the beauty of fatherhood and also a few that acknowledge women aren't the only ones who struggle with balancing their new and old identities. 

My Dad is Amazing by Hello!Luckyby Hello!Lucky A favorite in our household, this board book is sweet and simple. “My Dad is sweeter than a pile of pancakes! Funnier that a bunch of underpants!”Young kids will memorize it and be able to “read” it back to you.

My Dad Used to Be So Cool by Keith Negley. For the dad who was in a rock and roll band and now spends more time folding laundry. It's important to let him know that he's still your own personal rockstar. 

Made for Me by Zack Bush and Gregorio De Lauretis – It seems that every book on the shelves for new parents is a story about mothers and their new baby. This story shows the intense and strong bond between a father and his child. It’s emotional and will have you cry tears of joy, remembering your first days with your child. “Of all the children that ever could be, You are the one made just for me.”

Thunder Boy Jr. by Sherman Alexie. Thunder Boy is named after his father and wants to feel unique. His thoughtful father comes up with the perfect name for Junior. 

Tell Me a Tattoo Story by Alison McGhee. A sweet book telling the stories behind each of a father's tattoos. 

It’s Great Being A Dad Dan Bar-el, Illustrated by Gina Perry. Everyone wants to be a unicorn, a robot, or a queen, right? Magical characters have lots of special jobs, but everyone needs help now and then, and Dad has the unique role of helping. Dad can fix things even unicorns and robots, which makes him irreplaceable.

Things to Do with Dad by Sam Zuppardi. This new book shows a realistic picture of a father who has a long to-do list and also loves hanging with his son. His son starts strategizing about how they can get out of the to–do list and on to more fun ways to spend some time with dad. 

Your Baby's First Word Will Be DADA by Jimmy Fallon. Because every mom is secretly a little annoyed that the -D sound comes naturally to babies. It's best to laugh.

Daddy Hugs by Karen Katz. The large illustrations in this counting book are captivating for little minds. Plus it's a super sweet one for dads and babies at bedtime.   

The Daddy Book by Todd Parr. Parr books do the best job of representing the diversity in the world and normalizing it for young minds. 

Monster and Son by David LaRochelle. For the dad who enjoys playing rough and roaring with his littles, this book tells the story of a day in the life of a dad having fun. 

Owl Moon by Jane Yolen. This award winning classic shows the beauty in the few and far between peaceful moments. The father takes his child owling and they march through the calm snow, taking in the sights and sounds.  

Don't forget about the grandfathers and grandfathers-to-be with this cute title How to Babysit a Grandpa. 

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