Books for Dads

Have you done your daddy reading?

Being a father is not something you are going to be great at naturally. Sure, some dads are naturally good at it, but with a little knowledge that same dad could be great. Be a great dad, do you homework. How about two books a year about parenting, that's a pretty doable goal, isn't it?

Below are a few of my favorites. Do you have a favorite dads book? Use the form below and let us know about it. The more dads, who become great dads, the better our tomorrows become.

Zen and the Art of Fatherhood: Lessons from a Master Dad Motorcycles, business management, investing--Zen has been successfully applied to nearly every possible endeavor. Now, in this personal and completely delightful account of the triumphs and defeats he has faced in three decades of raising seven children, Lewis takes Zen philosophy to the most monumental level yet--the incredible journey of mutual understanding sought by father and child. Line drawings.

The Dad Book: A Guide to Pregnancy, Labor, Birth and Parenting
Author(s): Fairview Health Services

The New Father's Panic Book: Everything a Dad Needs to Know to Welcome His Bundle of Joy New fathers have come a long way from a generation ago when they were shut out of the delivery room. Today's father is encouraged to participate in the birth of his child. This book tells dad everything he needs to know about pregnancy, delivery, and infant care so he can have the confidence to experience all the joys of his baby's birth.

The Fathers Book: Being a Good Dad in the 21st Century Being a dad isn't easy -- just ask David Cohen. In this personal and humorous account, he shares with us not only his experiences of being a father, but his in-depth knowledge of psychology. Along the way, you'll pick up tips -- about child development from the terrible twos to teenage tantrums; about sex with your partner in the weeks after childbirth; about accepting your stepchildren's rules about socks.

Dad's Everything Book for Daughters: Practical Ideas for a Quality Relationship The mission is to give fathers short, practical ideas to build quality relationships with their 8- 12-year-old daughters.

The Divorced Dad's Survival Book: How to Stay Connected With Your Kids For the more than five million divorced fathers in America today, The Divorced Dad's Survival Book is the definitive guide to any stage of the divorce process. With hands-on "get you through it" plans to help fathers remain positive, involved parents, and personal stories from a variety of home fronts, this invaluable guide illustrates how men can best develop their fathering skills, stay involved with their children, and honestly evaluate their own capabilities as fathers and ex-spouses. From the very first self-assessment quiz to the final page of the extensive support and resource directory, this informative, engaging, and compassionate book will guide even the most volatile of custody cases out of conflict and toward a successful conclusion for all.

The New Father Book: What Every Man Needs to Know to Be a Good Dad This book offers practical tips for new fathers on everything from how to show love and provide discipline to how to help children with health and emotional problems.

Dad's Little Instruction Book A great gift for Father's Day, this unique book is filled with wonderful, wacky hints for dads of all ages, including: learn where the all-night pharmacy is; never argue with someone in her third trimester; memorize five fun car songs; the most precious thing you can give your kids is time; and more.

Lessons from Dad: A Tribute to Fatherhood In this captivating companion to Lessons from Mom, author Joan Aho Ryan has gathered short stories, poems, letters and anecdotes that lovingly illustrate the time-honored role of fatherhood. There are stories about a father's love and teachings as well as stories about the experience of being a father. With outstanding contributions from Leo Buscaglia, Bill Cosby, Art Buchwald and Danny Thomas, among others, readers will pause to reflect on their own special familial experiences.

Weekend Dad: 101 Wonderful Ideas for Creating Memorable Time With Your Children This is a loving book for all dads, not just dads who see their children only on weekends. Inside are dozens of great ideas that will lead to family fun and positive parent-child interactions. Why not try to achieve a Guinness World Record with the kids, or stimulate a child's creativity by designing and creating a family flag? Loaded with ideas that challenge the mind, the imagination, and the body, Weekend Dad has activities that will appeal to any dad and his restless brood.

Picture Me As Dad's Little Helper Through these innovative, interactive and entertaining books, children see themselves accomplishing great feats and having magical adventures. Simply insert the child's photo into the book, and the child is in the middle of the action on each page.

What a Difference a Daddy Makes: The Indelible Imprint a Dad Leaves on His Daughter's Life Study after study shows that fathers set up their daughters for success. Involved fathers -- whether or not they live in the same house as their daughters -- boost their daughters' academic achievement, promote their emotional health, increase their compassion for others, and even bolster the status ofwomen. "In What a Difference a Daddy Makes, renowned psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Kevin Leman seamlessly weaves the latest research on fathering with funny, moving stories about his own parenting experiences. He gives practical ideas and inspiration for fathers and provides specific direction for helping daughters grow into loving, confident, caring adults.

Rookie Dad: Fun and Easy Exercises and Games for Dads and Babies in Their First Year All new dads want to bond with their babies -- but how? With seventy-two safe, simple exercises, each illustrated with a fun photograph, "Rookie Dad" helps busy fathers make a real connection with their little ones -- and have a ball doing it!

500 Great Things About Being a Dad
Author: Delsohn, Steve

Dear Son, About Your Baby: A Guide for the Dad-To-Be Destined to become a parenting tradition, here's the perfect gift from a mother to her son, filled with timeless insights into what to expect during the early days of fatherhood.

Dad's Survival Guide to Babies An uproarious instruction manual for novice dads. Hunter S. Fulghum details what equipment -- and attitudes -- dads need to prepare for and survive their children's development from harmless infants to irritable teens.

Business Dad: How Good Businessmen Can Make Great Father (And Vice Versa) In this unique parenting guide, a veteran businessman and father of two reveals how work and parenting don't have to be separate, competing efforts, but instead can help and enrich each other. Tom Hirschfeld shows how many of the skills and abilities required to succeed in today's economy -- such as motivation, team building, empathy, negotiation, and planning -- can be applied just as successfully to parenting. Filled with lessons from business history, tips from successful executives, and practical wisdom that could come only from real-life experience, Business Dad is the perfect job manual for the most important job a businessman can undertake: fathering.

What Kids Need Most in a Dad What Kids Need Most in a Dad meets a strong need as todays men wrestle with the demands of fatherhood in a society of self-centeredness and instant everything. Tim Hansel clears away the myths of fatherhood and offers solid answers to becoming the kind of dad kids really need. He affirms that, though fatherhood is demanding, it's also a rewarding adventure that dads can learn to face with enthusiasm. This book makes a thoughtful gift for fathers-to-be, new dads, or any man interested in learning more about the dignity, struggles-and fun-of being a father. It includes an A-to-Z list of specific, practical tips for keeping fatherhood from becoming boring or overwhelming and gives dads a great start to enjoying their important role.

What's your favorite dads book?

As you read and learn about being an outstanding father you will come across some excellent books. Let us know about the ones you gained the most from.

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