Me and My Dad! [Hardcover]

Alison Ritchie (Author), Alison Edgson (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 31, 2007 | Age Range: 2 and up

#1 New York Times Bestseller
"My dad is the best daddy bear there could be. We're together forever -- my dad and me."
Little Bear and his dad do wonderful things -- exploring high mountains, swimming in the rain, and telling stories as the stars come out. Best of all, they do everything together!
With spirited illustrations, this book is a warm, funny celebration of the special bond between father and child. Perfect for Father's Day!

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

A simple rhyming text and big, happy pictures fill up the pages of this father-son lovefest. A bear cub goes through the day with his dad, starting when he gets awakened with a nose tickle and a kiss. Then it's out to explore, have a honey snack ("Watch my dad run when the bees want it back!"), and swim in the river. Children will especially respond to the scenes of Dad holding his cub in a cave as a thunderstorm rages, then the pair dancing between drops as the rain diminishes. Appealing to the best emotions that kids have about their fathers, this will make for a nice sharing experience. Ilene Cooper
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Review

"Edgson lifts this book above the ordinary with her impressionistic settings and backgrounds." -Publishers Weekly
"A simple rhyming text, and big, happy pictures fill up the pages of this father-son love fest. Appealing to the best emotions that kids have about their fathers, this will make for a nice sharing experience." -Booklist

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Product Details

• Age Range: 2 and up
  
• Hardcover: 28 pages
• Publisher: Good Books; First Edition edition (May 31, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561485659
• ISBN-13: 978-1561485659
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,846 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #71 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Bears
  • #82 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Family Life > Parents

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Dad Book! July 21, 2008

By D.B.

Format:Hardcover

I've found that there are countless 'mommy and me' books and a very small number of daddy books. A even smaller amount are worth purchasing. But, Me and My Dad! IS worth every penny! The pictures are beautiful, and the words are just right, without being what you expect. I love hearing my husband read this book to our daughter, and he and she love it as well.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Reading At Sleepy Time July 5, 2009

By Raj L.

Format:Hardcover

My wife and son gave this book to me for Father's day. Upon tearing it out of the gift wrapping, my son (of 15-months) was in my lap and ready for a bedtime story. It's a great book. The story flows nicely, and at times - I must admit makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. A great Father's Day gift indeed. The one thing I would caution on is the fact that it is a paperbook and not a boardbook. Board is good for aggressive hands of a 15-month old boy... but paper just can't handle the tugging on the pages. So far, the book has survived! ;)

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for all fathers! July 31, 2010

By Ida A. Joiner

Format:Hardcover

I loved reading this wonderfully written illustrated book! Every father who has young children should read this to his children.

Little bear's father wakes him up every morning by tickling his nose and giving him a kiss.They go out exploring everywhere.....

Reading this book made me feel warm and fuzzy on the inside. I thought of all the adventures and stories that I shared with my father. He was as big and strong as a bear and I felt just like little bear!

"We go out exploring, there's so much to see. My dad knows where all the best secrets will be."

I thought of when my father taught me how to ride a bike and how special I felt as he pushed off and there I went... He was right beside me and I felt safe and secure!

"My dad is a giant - up here so am I! I stretch really high until I reach the sky."

My dad was so tall that I thought of him as a giant. He would lift me high up in the sky! I felt like the world was mine and I could see the heavens!!!!!!!

"My dad is so strong, he can lift anything. I hope I'm strong too, when I grown-up like him."

My dad was incredibly strong. I thought he was the strongest man in the world! He could build anything, there was nothing that he couldn't do!

"When I get sleepy, Dad gives me a hug

And carries me home, all cozy and snug."

My dad carried me all of the time. I was like a feather in his arms!

The pictures in this book are so beautiful and warm and earthy! You feel like you are right there sharing in the special bond with father and little bear.

There are many books showcasing the special bonds between mother and child but not enough sharing the father/child bond! There should be more books written that show the special bonding between father and child!

I miss my father immensely. However, I was blessed to have such a wonderful father!!!!!!! However, reading a book like this one, reminds me of our good times and that he is always with me... especially in my heart!

I recommend this book for all school, public, private, and home libraries! I will be recommending this book to lots of friends, family, and library patrons! This is a must read for all families... especially for fathers to their children!

This would make for a great Father's Day gift as well!!!!!!!!!!

Until the next time..........

Happy Reading!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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