Patriotic Picture Books
These books are some of the most beautiful tear-jerking, heartwarming, hope-filling ones I’ve read.
They truly define the American spirit and dream in every word and illustration.
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Rolling Thunder by Kate Messner and Greg Ruth
Every Memorial Day, more than a million veterans and patriots gather in Washington D.C. for the Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom. Thousands of shining bikes, rolling, rumbling, riding. In memory of many, in honor of all. Join a boy and his grandpa on their journey to the wonderful event.
The illustrations are GORGEOUS. The shading, detailing, and character expressions are beautiful! They’re my favorite pictures on this page!
I Love My Daddy by Sebastien Braun
This simple story takes you and your little one along with two bears (a father and his cub) as they have fun in the forest!
The illustrations are absolutely GORGEOUS. I had forgotten how much I loved them until I flipped through the book just now, haha! You can truly see the love between the bears in the pictures <3
Dad By My Side by Soosh
This book is the most special one to me on this page. The illustrations are so stinkin’ sweet! You can feel the connection between the characters come through the pages
The story structure is simple enough for little ones but holds enough meaning to be a great read for more independent readers. Dad By My Side beautifully depicts the relationship between a dad and daughter and how they help each other through the happy and sad times <3
I Love You Always and Forever by Jonathan Emmett and Daniel Howarth
This cute story follows two mice, Littletail and Longtail, as they play hide-and-seek in the forest.
I picked this one up at a used book sale and I’m so happy that I did because it’s adorable! The texture in the pictures from the colored pencil is amazing!
(I’ve linked the version of this book for sons down below in the ‘more favorites’ section)
365 Dad Jokes by Samantha A. Trefel
Get ready to give the gift of laughter this Father’s Day! There’s a dad joke in here for every day of the year, be careful! Mom might roll her eyes!
“What rock group has four men who don’t sing? Mount Rushmore.”
“If athletes get athlete’s foot, what do elves get? Mistle-toes.”
Exceptionally Bad Dad Jokes Vol II
My dad and I were so happy when we found out that there was a second volume of this series!
“Some old chap knocked on my door earlier asking for small donations to keep the local swimming pool open. I was more than happy to help out, so I gave him a glass of water.”
Tucky Jo and Little Heart by Patricia Polacco
This is a true story about a WW2 veteran named Johnnie Wallen. ('Tucky Jo') He enlists in the army young and gets deployed overseas. While in the woods, he sees a little girl, Little Heart, and finds that her village has been through a lot. Tucky Jo's heart is softened at the sight of the village, and sets off to help them with some of their troubles.
This book makes me teary every time I read it, so make sure to have some tissues nearby <3
Daddy Hugs by Karen Katz
Join Baby and Daddy as they get ready for bed in this cute counting story!.
Karen Katz books are a MUST if you have a little one. Her whimiscal (and adorable!) illustrations convey the story beautifully <3
I had SO many of her books as a tiny tot. This is the one that lasted with me through the years!
All the Little Fathers by Margaret Wise Brown and Marilyn Faucher
All the little fathers are spending time with their children in different ways, whether they’re purring, hopping, or roaring. Join them in this cute book!
This is a great bedtime read to calm down at the end of the day. Or, on the flip side, encourage your little one to roar and hop along with the animal friends in the story!
Why A Daughter Needs a Dad by Gregory E. Lang and Sydney Hanson
This one is made perfectly for a dad to read to his daughter! Each animal helps to describe the encouraging and loving relationship that dads and their daughters have <3
These ILLUSTRATIONS?! Cutest on the page, for sure! The soft coloring and precious animals make it a favorite for many!
More Favorites
These books are ones that I enjoyed but didn’t gift to my dad.
If you’re looking for gifts for a grandpa, or from a son to a father, you’re sure to find some here <3
Just click on the pictures and you’ll be taken to the link!
Me and My Dad by Alison Ritchie and Alison Edgson
Join two bears as they romp around the woods and the surrounding area! They’ll dance in the rain, visit birds’ nests, and more!
This book is similar to I Love My Daddy that I linked a couple rows up, but they definitely have their differences. If your little one loves bears then they would make a great gift pair!
Exceptionally Bad Dad Jokes Vol I
My dad and I always cackle at these jokes - they’re just so ridiculous!
“To whoever stole my copy of Microsoft office, I will find you. You have my word.”
“A police officer found two kids playing with a firework and a car battery. He charged one and let the other one off.”
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I hope my recommendations made gifting a bit easier for you. See you soon! - Charlotte