Father’s Day—the perfect day to go camping, fly a kite, have a cookout ... or read a book? This holiday is a great reminder of the importance of strong, positive father figures and male role models. The following books showcase fathers (or grandfathers) who provide their families with strength, protection, and love.
‘Grandpa Green’ by Lane Smith
Lane Smith’s picture book, “Grandpa Green,” is a perfect option for some Father’s Day reading aloud. A little boy walks through a garden filled with whimsical topiaries shaped by his grandpa to represent the milestones in his life. As the boy narrates what the funny trees in his grandfather’s garden mean, his admiration for his Grandpa is clear—and the grandfather’s life is well worth admiring! The little storyteller’s grandpa, a great example of a real-life well-rounded hero, fought for his country in a world war, fell in love and had a strong marriage, and raised a big family. A Caldecott Honor book, “Grandpa Green” is for young readers aged 3 to 7. (Roaring Brook Press, 2011, 32 pages)
‘A Little Princess’ by Frances Hodgson Burnett
