Books About Father-daughter Relationships · 308 titles considered

The Best Father-daughter Relationships Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about father-daughter relationships? 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.

To Kill a Mockingbird
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1960

To Kill a Mockingbird

By Harper Lee · Book #1 in the To Kill a Mockingbird series

A lawyer defends an innocent man in a town gripped by prejudice.

323 pages· 99,820 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 7,063,933 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2003

Inkheart

By Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell (Translator) · Book #1 in the Inkworld series

A girl must stop a villain brought to life from a book.

576 pages· 145,856 words· Est. 16 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 446,629 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Some Places More Than Others

A birthday trip to Harlem reveals family secrets and unexpected connections.

208 pages· 32,642 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,387 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise

A girl schemes to return home, uncovering secrets and friendships on a cross-country journey.

352 pages· 82,710 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 33,536 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2020

Clap When You Land

Two teens discover each other after their father's tragic plane crash.

595 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 111,566 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2020

The Canyon's Edge

A girl battles nature and inner demons to survive a desert disaster.

320 pages· 19,492 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 9,360 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

From the Desk of Zoe Washington

By Janae Marks · Book #1 in the Zoe Washington series

A girl seeks the truth about her imprisoned father's innocence, risking family secrets.

291 pages· 54,006 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,846 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2016

Love & Gelato

A journal leads Lina on a Tuscan adventure to uncover family secrets.

416 pages· 76,954 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 198,430 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

The Meaning of Maggie

A young girl uncovers her father's secret while navigating a year of personal triumphs.

228 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,808 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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Father-daughter Relationships Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about father-daughter relationships for the youngest readers and listeners.

Lola Loves Stories with Daddy

Ages 0–3 · 2009

A young girl transforms her library stories into magical adventures. What will she become next?

Ladybug Girl and Her Papa
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Ladybug Girl and Her Papa

Ages 0–3 · 2017

A day of adventure and love between a girl and her dad.

Nelly Gnu and Daddy Too

Ages 3–5 · 2014

A day of fun and creativity is even better with Daddy by your side.

Emma

Ages 0–3 · 2013

A young lady's matchmaking leads to unexpected surprises and self-discovery.

Daddy Calls Me Doodlebug

Ages 0–3 · 2010

Discover playful nicknames and animal antics in this delightful father-child tale.

Where's Wonky Donkey?
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Where's Wonky Donkey?

Ages 2–4 · 2024

Dinky Donkey searches for her missing dad. Where could he be?

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Father-daughter Relationships Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about father-daughter relationships for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Alma and How She Got Her Name

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A young girl learns the story behind her long name and the ancestors it represents.

Dad By My Side

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Discover the magic of a father's love through enchanting illustrations.

Cleonardo

Ages 5–8 · 2016

Can a young inventor prove her ideas are worth creating on her own?

Papa Brings Me the World
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Papa Brings Me the World

Ages 3–6 · 2020

A father travels the world, bringing home stories and treasures to his child.

Hammer and Nails

Ages 5–8 · 2016

A canceled playdate leads to unexpected fun as a father and daughter tackle chores with creativity and daring.

Dancing with Daddy

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A storm threatens Elsie's dream of attending her first dance.

My Dad Is Awesome by Bluey and Bingo

Ages 3–5 · 2022

Discover why Bluey and Bingo's dad is the ultimate fun-maker.

Mango Moon

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A family grapples with life after a father's deportation.

My Daddy Is a Cowboy

Ages 4–8 · 2024

A girl discovers her inner cowboy during a dawn ride with her father.

Captain Rosalie

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A young girl embarks on a secret mission as war looms, but an unread letter changes everything.

Knuffle Bunny Too

Ages 3–5 · 2007

A mix-up at school leads to a midnight bunny swap and a new friendship.

Boundless Grace

Ages 4–8 · 1995

Grace visits Africa, confronting family changes and discovering new bonds.

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Father-daughter Relationships Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about father-daughter relationships for developing and independent readers.

Elizabeth I

Ages 10–13 · 1999

Young Elizabeth navigates court intrigue and family turmoil before her reign.

Nim's Island

Ages 7–11 · 1999

A young girl lives on a deserted island with her scientist father and various animal friends.

The Magnificent Monsters of Cedar Street

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A girl must uncover the truth behind her father's disappearance and the vanishing of magical creatures.

Prairie Lotus

Ages 10–12 · 2020

A girl faces prejudice while pursuing her dreams in 1880s America.

Josephine Against the Sea
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Josephine Against the Sea

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A girl battles a sea creature to save her father from a magical threat.

Pax, Journey Home

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Separated by war, a boy and his fox seek healing and reunion.

Deep Water

Ages 10–14 · 2018

A dive goes wrong, leaving Julie to save herself and two reckless clients from the ocean's deadly grip.

Hurricane Season

Ages 9–12 · 2019

A girl navigates storms of family secrets and self-discovery.

The Whole Sky

Ages 10–12 · 2017

A young horse whisperer races to uncover the mystery behind dying foals.

The Line Tender

Ages 10–13 · 2019

A girl seeks meaning in her mother's unfinished shark research amidst new grief.

The Infinity Year of Avalon James

Ages 8–12 · 2017

Two friends await magical powers before their eleventh birthday, hoping to change their troubled lives.

The Lonely Heart of Maybelle Lane

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A girl seeks her father, finding unexpected allies and a new family on the road to Nashville.

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