Books About Dads · 297 titles considered

The Best Dads Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about dads? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1970

The Trumpet of the Swan

By E.B. White, Fred Marcellino (Illustrator)

A mute swan seeks love through a stolen trumpet's melody.

251 pages· 42,200 words· Est. 6 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 83,997 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 11–16 · 1868

Little Women

By Louisa May Alcott, Anna Bond (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Little Women series

Four sisters navigate life's challenges while awaiting their father's return from war.

816 pages· 184,747 words· Est. 17 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,522,143 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2020

Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero

A boy finds strength in his late father's journal, discovering poetry and hidden powers.

208 pages· 41,637 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,498 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Moon Over Manifest

A hidden past, a mysterious spy, and a town's secrets await discovery.

Newbery Medal (2011)
384 pages· 81,295 words· Est. 11.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 36,809 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2016

Weekends with Max and His Dad

A boy and his dad redefine 'home' through weekend adventures post-divorce.

176 pages· 15,450 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 479 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan

A boy's quest for cash leads to a surprising chicken venture.

128 pages· 10,584 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 194 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1963

Hop on Pop

This book uses wordplay and simple sentences to explore basic concepts such as location, size, and relationships.

64 pages· 401 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 60,879 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 1962

A Wrinkle in Time

A stormy night, a mysterious stranger, and a quest through time to find a missing father.

247 pages· 49,244 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,307,046 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1962

The Big Honey Hunt

A father and son bear go on a honey hunt to find honey to fill their empty honey pot.

72 pages· 748 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,323 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2017

More Than Balloons

Discover the boundless love that surpasses all others.

26 pages
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 95 ratings
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Dads Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about dads for the youngest readers and listeners.

Spot Loves his Dad

Ages 0–3 · 2005

A puppy and his dad share joyful adventures and heartwarming moments.

I Love My Daddy Because...

Ages 1–3 · 1991

Discover how animal dads show love and care.

Why I Love My Daddy

Ages 3–7 · 2006

Discover why daddies are adored through children's heartfelt words and animal illustrations.

My Dad Loves Me!
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My Dad Loves Me!

2010

Celebrate the bond between father and child through playful moments and heartfelt love.

Will You Be My Sunshine

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Discover the warmth of unconditional love through a charming mouse family's journey.

Thank You, God, for Daddy

Ages 2–5 · 2011

A lion cub celebrates his dad's love and protection in a heartfelt tale of gratitude.

I Love You, Daddy
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I Love You, Daddy

Ages 0–3 · 2011

Discover the tender bond between father and child in a heartwarming tale of love and security.

Cachorro Cariñoso

Ages 0–4 · 2003

Discover a bedtime tale of love and joy with cuddly puppies and rhymes.

Charlie Rides
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Charlie Rides

Ages 3–5 · 2017

A boy's favorite ride isn't a vehicle, but a piggyback with dad.

Daddy Kisses
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Daddy Kisses

Ages 0–3 · 2003

Discover the tender bond between animal dads and their young.

Daddy, Papa, and Me

Ages 0–3 · 2009

A toddler's day unfolds with love and joy with their daddies.

My Dad Is Amazing
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My Dad Is Amazing

Ages 1–3 · 2018

Celebrate dads with a whimsical tribute to their amazing qualities and a special nod to their little fans.

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Dads Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about dads for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Jabari Jumps

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A young boy faces his fears and learns to jump off a diving board with the help of his dad.

Just Because

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A collection of whimsical and imaginative explanations for various natural phenomena and everyday occurrences.

Enemy Pie

Ages 5–8 · 2000

A boy's summer changes when he uses Enemy Pie to turn a foe into a friend.

Dad and the Dinosaur

Ages 5–8 · 2017

A boy's courage is tested when his toy dinosaur, his source of bravery, goes missing.

Dream Away

Ages 3–5 · 2011

A father and son explore dreams, discovering the universe's endless possibilities.

I'll Love You Till the Cows Come Home
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I'll Love You Till the Cows Come Home

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A person declares their love through a series of imaginative scenarios.

Dandy
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Dandy

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A father struggles to remove a weed from his lawn, but his daughter's attachment to it complicates the task.

A Father's Day Thank You

Ages 4–8 · 2007

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

Bippity Bop Barbershop
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Bippity Bop Barbershop

Ages 4–7 · 2002

A boy faces his fear of the barbershop with his father's support.

How to Cheer Up Dad
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How to Cheer Up Dad

Ages 3–5 · 2014

Little Jumbo tries to cheer up his dad after a series of mishaps. Can he succeed?

You and Me, Me and You

Ages 3–6 · 2017

Celebrate the timeless bond between father and child through life's shared moments.

If My Love Were a Fire Truck

Ages 3–7 · 2017

A father's love takes his son on an adventurous journey of imagination and wonder.

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Dads Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about dads for developing and independent readers.

The Crown Heist

Ages 9–12 · 2021

A heist in London ties two friends to a mystery of a long-dead monarch.

The Templeton Twins Have an Idea

Ages 9–12 · 2012

Twins kidnapped to force their inventor dad's hand. Can they outsmart their captors?

A Murder for Her Majesty

Ages 10–12 · 1986

A girl witnesses her father's murder and hides as a choirboy to escape danger.

Graphic Nov.
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Sir Callie and the Champions of Helston

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A nonbinary knight battles prejudice and ancient threats to save their kingdom.

The Odds of Getting Even

Ages 10–+ · 2015

A trial turns chaotic as a kidnapper escapes, leaving a town in lockdown.

Clues to the Universe
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Clues to the Universe

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Two unlikely friends confront grief and family secrets while searching for answers in the universe.

Fortunately, the Milk

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A father's journey through time and space to get milk for his children's breakfast

The Magic Trap

Ages 8–12 · 2014

Siblings' magic show reveals family secrets when their long-lost father reappears.

Sammy Keyes and the Showdown in Sin City

Ages 10–12 · 2013

A teen detective uncovers family secrets in a whirlwind Las Vegas adventure.

Many Points of Me

Ages 9–12 · 2021

A secret sketch may unravel Georgia's family ties and redefine her friendships.

Of Salt and Shore

Ages 10–+ · 2014

A lighthouse keeper's daughter faces a mysterious house and a rumored monster after a shipwreck changes her fate.

The Islanders
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The Islanders

Ages 8–11 · 2021

Three kids must protect a sea turtle nest from predators on a remote island, facing personal challenges and unexpected adventures.

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