1 / 7Why a Daughter Needs a Dad Illustrated Picture Book
Why a Daughter Needs a Dad is an illustrated picture book about the ways a father supports his daughter as she grows. Its rhyming story and animal illustrations are presented for children ages 3–7 and beyond, and the 32-page format also suits a keepsake or gift for a new dad.
At a glance
- A rhyming picture-book story about a father's support for his daughter.
- Animal illustrations accompany themes of being artistic, thoughtful, honest and true to oneself.
- Described for ages 3–7 and beyond, with customer-suggested reading age also listed as Baby–3 years.
Reference price: $19.99
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Short 32-page length makes the book a manageable shared-reading choice.
- The father-daughter theme and illustrated keepsake format fit a new-dad or special-occasion gift.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 7 2019 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1492667838 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1492667834 |
| Reading age | Customer suggested age: Baby - 3 years |
| Grade level | Kindergarten - 3 |
| Dimensions | 21 x 0.8 x 21 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 290 g |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing gives different age guidance: the description says ages 3–7 and beyond, while the details show “Customer suggested age: Baby - 3 years.” Consider the intended child's reading stage when choosing.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for a short read-aloud about a father's bond with his daughter.
- People seeking an illustrated gift for a new dad or a father-daughter occasion.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a longer book or a detailed parenting guide rather than a rhyming picture-book story.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the story as sweet and meaningful, with appealing animal-pair illustrations, and mentions it as a gift for new dads. The reported enthusiasm aligns with the book's illustrated, rhyming father-daughter theme, though the listing's age guidance differs between the description and product details.
Positive themes
- Customers highlight the animal illustrations and the story's simple, meaningful message.
- Customers describe it as a welcome gift for new dads.
Frequently asked questions
What is the book about?
It uses rhymes and animal illustrations to celebrate a father's support for his daughter as she grows.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 32 pages.
What age is it for?
The description says ages 3–7 and beyond, but the product details list a customer-suggested age of Baby–3 years. The listing's age guidance is inconsistent, so use your judgment about the child's needs.
Is it suitable as a gift for a new dad?
The listing presents it as a gift for new dads, and the short illustrated format is centred on the father-daughter bond.
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