{"id":82984,"date":"2022-06-01T11:13:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T15:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.readbrightly.com\/?p=82984"},"modified":"2023-05-11T13:06:47","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T17:06:47","slug":"bipoc-dads-books","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.readbrightly.com\/bipoc-dads-books\/","title":{"rendered":"Picture Books That Celebrate BIPOC Dads"},"content":{"rendered":"

New tie? New tools? A coffee mug that says \u201cworld\u2019s greatest dad<\/i>\u201d? Rolling your eyes and yawning? I totally understand. Try gifting a book if you\u2019re looking for a more meaningful and less predictable gift for Father\u2019s Day. Have your kid(s) sign the inside of the book, include the year and maybe a tiny handprint, and you\u2019ve made a keepsake for him to treasure. As a bonus, reading aloud with kids creates bonding, increased literacy, and memories for years to come. <\/p>\n

I\u2019ve rounded up 11 of the sweetest books to celebrate the BIPOC fathers in your life, because all fathers deserve to see themselves reflected in the books they read to kids. <\/p>\n

no no 9780525553366 Hair Love<\/i> by Matthew A. Cherry, illustrated by Vashti Harrison <\/p>\n

Hair Love<\/i> has become an instant classic. Zuri needs help doing her hair for a special occasion, and with the help of a loving father, they create something beautiful. This book is an absolute favorite in our house, and there is also a tear-jerking animated short film to go with it. <\/p>\n

9780525517306 Brick by Brick<\/i> by Heidi Woodward Sheffield <\/p>\n

Brick by brick, Papi builds the buildings in the city. And book by book, Luis learns at school. Father and son mirror each other throughout the day, both of them dreaming big. This is a sweet book for dads who work in construction, and it includes Spanish phrases throughout. <\/p>\n

9780823448913 Tuesday Is Daddy’s Day<\/i> by Elliot Kreloff <\/p>\n

Father\u2019s Day is in the middle of Pride Month, and this book celebrates both events beautifully. With crayon-style illustrations, we see a healthy family composed of a mom, a dad, and the dad\u2019s partner Harry, co-parenting a little girl with love. But what happens when mom picks up the girl on Tuesday instead of dad? This story has an excellent lesson on appreciating what we have, shows readers that change is a good thing, and has a sweet surprise ending.<\/p>\n

9781524768898 I Love King Dad! (Nella the Princess Knight)<\/i> by Random House, illustrated by Nneka Myers <\/p>\n

I will always recommend Step Into Reading<\/i> books<\/a> for young readers. They have been a staple in our home, hooking my beginning readers with short sentences, colorful pages, and familiar characters. My girls love watching princess Nella and her adorable interracial family on Disney Junior. This is a fun book for your new reader to read to a father figure. <\/p>\n

9780525553410 My Papi Has a Motorcycle<\/i> by Isabel Quintero, illustrated by Zeke Pe\u00f1a <\/p>\n

Daisy Ramona waits for her father to come home so they can ride his motorcycle through the city as the sun sets. As they zoom past their favorite spots, readers will experience vibrant illustrations and a window into Corona, California\u2019s rapidly changing immigrant neighborhood. It\u2019s a beautiful love letter from the author to her father and their community. <\/p>\n

9781623542412 Leo Loves Daddy<\/i> by Anna McQuinn, illustrated by Ruth Hearson <\/p>\n

Meet Leo, the baby brother of Lola from Anna McQuinn\u2019s beloved Lola<\/i> series<\/a>. In this sweet board book, baby Leo spends the day with Daddy, getting tickled, making pancakes, going to the park, and getting the best bedtime snuggles. <\/p>\n

9780517885581 Grandfather Tang’s Story<\/i> by Ann Tompert, illustrated by Robert A. Parker <\/p>\n

First published in 1990, Grandfather Tang\u2019s Story<\/i> has become a classic that continues to delight new readers. When Little Soo asks her grandfather for a story, Grandfather Tang uses his tangram pieces\u2014an ancient Chinese puzzle\u2014to create a magical tale. More than an entertaining story, this picture book is a perfect example of spending quality time with your loved ones. <\/p>\n

9780593354360 Daddy Speaks Love<\/i> by Leah Henderson, illustrated by E. B. Lewis <\/p>\n

With watercolor illustrations by E. B. Lewis that could hang in a museum, this book is a gorgeous tribute to fathers from all walks of life. What do daddies do? They give hugs, scare away monsters, answer a million questions, and provide encouragement. Daddies also teach their children about equality, justice, change, and love. <\/p>\n

9781536202908 Jabari Jumps<\/i> by Gaia Cornwall <\/p>\n

This is a fantastic, modern classic about a little boy named Jabari who sets his sights on conquering the local pool\u2019s high jump. Yes, this book is about having confidence, trying new things, and conquering your fears. But what stood out to me was Dad\u2019s A+ parenting. Jabari\u2019s dad is patient, asks open-ended questions, and allows Jabari to make his own choices. <\/p>\n

9780593123058 I Love Daddy Every Day<\/i> by Isabel Otter, illustrated by Alicia M\u00e1s <\/p>\n

Daddy is a magician and a storyteller; he is kind and patient, and so much more. This adorably illustrated book of diverse father-child pairings celebrates the moments that make Daddy special all year long. It even has a space in the back to list what you love about your dad. This book makes a sweet and memorable gift. <\/p>\n

9781770496057 It’s Great Being a Dad<\/i> by Dan Bar-el, illustrated by Gina Perry <\/p>\n

It\u2019s great being a unicorn, bigfoot, robot, or a fairy queen ballerina doctor (I have one in my house). But what happens when the mythical creatures get themselves into heaps of trouble? It\u2019s Dad to the rescue! A laugh-out-loud story about imagination, mythical creatures, and the wonderful things about being a dad. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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