A Father's Day Thank You
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007

A Father's Day Thank You

By Janet Nolan, Kathi Ember (Illustrator)

Harvey struggles to find the perfect Father's Day gift, seeking a heartfelt connection.

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Harvey feels lost choosing a Father's Day gift, overshadowed by his siblings' confident choices. Laurie Ann's ties, Martin's nails, and Nadine's golf balls seem to win their dad's approval. But Harvey recalls his dad's kindness and decides to create something personal. With a crayon in hand, he crafts a gift that speaks from the heart. Will his unique gesture resonate with his father, or will it be just another present? Discover the true meaning of gratitude and connection in this touching tale.

From the publisher

Harvey doesn’t know what to get his father for Father’s Day. It’s especially hard when his older sisters and brother seem so sure that their presents are his favorites. Laurie Ann gives him a tie–every year! And Martin always gives him a box of nails. Nadine says Dad loves golf balls. How do they know he likes these presents so much? Because every year Dad gives them each a hug and says, “Thank you.” And they say, “You’re welcome. “The night before Father’s Day, Harvey remembers all of the nice things his dad helped him with that week. He picks up a crayon and starts to draw. And when Harvey gives his dad his present, it’s Harvey who has said, “Thank you.” And it’s his Dad who responds, “You’re welcome.”

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
560L
Themes & topics
Books about Father's DayBooks about bearsBooks about holidaysBooks about parentsBooks about father and child
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A very sweet story for Father's Day

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.7
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
March 1, 2011
First published
January 1, 2007
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780807522929

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