2011 Father's Day Roundup

CHILDREN'S

Released: June 1, 2011

ME AND MY DAD

by Sally Morgan, Ezekiel Kwaymullina, illustrated by Matt Ottley

"Seek out more successful funny tales of fathers and sons, such as Ethan Long's My Dad, My Hero (2010) and Liz Rosenberg's Tyrannosaurus Dad, illustrated by Matthew Myers (2010). (Picture book. 3-5)"

In this average offering, a boy, his dad and their small dog spend a day at the beach. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: May 10, 2011

TYRANNOSAURUS DAD

by Liz Rosenberg, illustrated by Matthew Myers

"Sounds like many dads out there. (Picture book. 4-7)"

Who knew the favorite topics of baseball, dinosaurs and father-son relationships could come together in such a winning combination? Read full book review >

Cover art for BABY BADGER'S WONDERFUL NIGHT

CHILDREN'S

Released: May 10, 2011

BABY BADGER'S WONDERFUL NIGHT

by Karen Saunders, illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovic

Saunders makes her debut with a tender story about how Papa Badger helps Baby Badger get over his fear of the dark. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: May 1, 2011

BLUE-RIBBON DAD

by Beth Raisner Glass, illustrated by Margie Moore

"This sweet but not special title is fine to share for Father's Day or when a daddy is about to return from a trip. (Picture book. 3-5)"

A celebration of a dad's return. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: April 1, 2011

MY DAD, MY HERO

by Ethan Long, illustrated by Ethan Long

Dads are often elevated to superhero status in the eyes of their kids, but Long turns this concept on its ear with hilarious results. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: March 1, 2011

DADDY ADVENTURE DAY

by Dave Keane, illustrated by Sue Ramá

"As a blueprint for father-son fun, it's not a bad one. (Picture book. 3-5)"

A young boy narrates a special time spent with his dad. Read full book review >

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2011 Father's Day Roundup