Hey Kid: Letters from a Dad [Paperback]

Alan Packer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 4, 1999

"Hey Kid: Letters from a Dad" offers a glimpse into a real family dealing with tough everyday issues. Its unique love story proves that truth, respect, and compassion can be passed on to our children. This book is a collection of 50 letters that Alan Packer wrote to his daughter while she was in college. The letters will make you laugh and cry, and force you to look at the relationships in your life.

Editorial Reviews

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What makes Packer's simple and endearing words of wisdon stand out is his honesty... -- Publishers Weekly, August 7,2000

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"Hey Kid" is one of those rare books because of its honesty. Alan openly talks to his daughter about life and takes risks that many parents would avoid. He forces you to reconsider your values and how they affect your children. Using everyday situations, he demonstrates how to pass values on to your kids.

This is a powerful book by its very simplicity. People are touched by his message because of Alan's ability to see big life issues in everyday situations. This book is a must read for parents no matter what the age of their children.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Integrity House (July 4, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967277000
• ISBN-13: 978-0967277004
• Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #466,508 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars How to communicate with teenagers and grown children, September 7, 2001

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This review is from: Hey Kid: Letters from a Dad (Paperback)

Hey Kid: Letters From A Dad is a collection of letters that author Alan Packer wrote to his daughter, Dawn, while she attended college. He explains why he chose to go to Vietnam, reminds her never to take American freedoms lightly, and admits his own faults for reacting badly to an employee with a nose ring. Packer's honest, straightforward words aren't just endearing; they're a useful model of how to communicate with teenagers and grown children - even if one doesn't always have the "right" thing to say.

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth Reading if you need to communicate with your Kids, May 12, 2005

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This review is from: Hey Kid: Letters from a Dad (Paperback)

This is a straightforward and honest account of one Fathers communication to his daughter. We need more honest communications with kids in this country more along the example of Alan and his daughter. If we arent careful our next generation wont know what this country stands for and Alan left no doubt. My hats off to him! Its well worth the read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down!, December 1, 2000

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Merideth R. Norris "norrism" (Cary, NC United States) - See all my reviews
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My family and I drove to Blowing Rock, NC to spend a couple of days. While in Blowing Rock, I happened to walk into Alan's Store. I chatted with him for a few minutes and decided to buy one of his books he had sitting on the counter in his store. I read the entire book within 24 hours. His letters to his daughter are full of wisdom and love. As I was riding home from Blowing Rock, I read several of the letters out loud to my 15 year old daughter. Some made us laugh, some made us smile and others we just said WOW. I highly recommend this little book. You will NOT be disappointed!!!