Reviewed by Kathleen Grace
Sub-titled ‘The perfect dad isn’t always a father,’ This is My Dad is a
picture book inspired by teacher-librarians who noticed the lack of stories
reflecting children who have never known a ‘father figure’. The
story explores this family dynamic experienced by millions of
children, in a positive and creative way. It tells the story
of Leo, whose normal love of show and tell turns to dread when he is asked to
talk about his father, who he has never known. ‘How can I celebrate someone I’ve
never met?’ he worries.
He imagines his father a world-renowned
surgeon, a first class-hydrochute, or even just a frisbee-throwing dad. He asks
his next-door neighbour to come to show and tell, but he says he’s too old. His
solution – to take along his mother for show and tell – is ingenious and proves
that families come in many shapes and sizes.
The illustrations are soft and
cartoon-like and add to the book’s overall feel.
This book would suit children aged 6 years
and older.
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