Ever fallen asleep on the couch mid-cartoon marathon, only to wake up tucked into bed like magic? Yeah! That was Dad. No cape, no spotlight but just quiet, late-night heroics done with love. Here are some children’s books for father’s day that celebrate dads and their wonderful ways!
This post is written and curated by Peerbagh’s researcher, Diksha Sharma.
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Children’s Books For Father’s Day
1. 20odle 20o: A South-Asian Dad’s Story And a Keepsake Journal (For You!) by Dushyant Wadivkar
Told through the eyes of a new dad in the pandemic, this book is real, and relatable. Between diaper duty and Zoom meetings, laughter, and longing for grandparents, the story gently reminds us that parenting is never perfect. But it’s always full of love. This book is a time capsule of fatherhood, made for hugs and heart-sharing.
2. Daddy’s Mo by Madhuri Purandare
Anu adores her dad’s moustache and honestly, who wouldn’t? It’s a fuzzy, fancy, and sweet connection between a child and her dad. With all the giggles wonder, and imagination that comes with it, Daddy’s Mo is twirled, trimmed, or turned into a knight’s helmet.
3. Looking for the Rainbow by Ruskin Bond
Ruskin Bond recounts his own childhood days with his father, filled with books, walks, music, and companionship. It’s a love letter to moments that feel small until they wither. And then they stay with you forever tied in strings.
4. My Daddy and the Well by Jerry Pinto
A father recounts the days he jumped into a well to water banana trees. And his child listens to his heroic acts with his wide eyes. It’s perfect for reminding kids that dads were once little too, full of stories waiting to be told.
5. Hair Twins by Raakhee Mirchandani
In every twist of hair, there is love, care and belonging. Every morning, Papa and his daughter get ready together, combing their long hair with twists, braids, buns, and Joonas. It’s a daily ritual of closeness, trust, and joy. The story glows with warmth, celebrating cultural identity and father-daughter love.
Dads may not always say a lot but they show up like a hero without a cape. These books are a celebration of that presence that sticks around long after the story ends. So, this Father’s Day, grab one of these reads and snuggle in close. Tell us more books you love!
Diksha is a writer and researcher who lives in an Indian city with very many peacocks.
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