Your Father Forever [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Travis Griffith (Author), Raquel Arbreu (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

On the day you are born, I will welcome you into my arms And gaze at you in wonder, as we feel the depth of our love. On warm summer nights we will search the sparkling sky and marvel at the grandeur of the universe and all the mysteries beyond. In this heartwarming poem, a devoted father promises to nurture, guide, protect and respect his beloved children. Featuring the captivating illustrations of Raquel Abreu, Your Father Forever transcends the boundaries of culture and time in expressing a parent s universal love.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“Your Father Forever offers a beautiful glimpse into the constant blessings of God, the Father to us all.” --John Morton, PhD - Author - The Blessings Already Are

About the Author

Travis Griffith was inspired to write Your Father Forever after the birth of his son, Preston. He hopes this book will inspire fathers and children around the world. Raquel Abreu is a highly regarded artist in her native Brazil. She also illustrated Illumination Arts 2004 release, Little Ruth Reddingford.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Illumination Arts Publishing Company (September 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974019038
• ISBN-13: 978-0974019031
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,723,425 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Travis Griffith's first book, Your Father Forever, is a beautiful and tender glimpse into what it means to be a daddy. Travis has completed a novel, a screenplay and is currently working on his second novel. He works as a full time writer and author from his home in Spokane, Wash.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Deepening Connections Between Fathers and Their Children, October 28, 2005

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Janet Boyer "Author, Blogger, Radio Host" (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Your Father Forever (Hardcover)

"We will have great fun and share lots of laughter. And I'll be there with a hug when you need to cry. Your friends will be welcome in our lives and in our home, where every person is valued and all feelings can be shared." - From the book

Geared towards youngsters ages 3-8, Your Father Forever is a delightful book written by Travis Griffith and illustrated by Raquel Abreu. One morning, the author was awakened early by the persistent cries of his child, musing, "Well, I guess I'll keep getting up like this for as long as you need me to." This seemingly random thought led to the birth of this wonderful book.

In a social climate where father's were often pressured as children to "be a man" (meaning act tough and don't show tenderness) or even ridiculed for displays of kindness, it's refreshing to see a book about a gentle, receptive father. My own husband displays the wonderful traits portrayed in this book, but sadly, many children don't have the benefit of a nurturing, involved, and tender father.

Your Father Forever shows that men can, indeed, be nurturing parents who care just as much about their children's emotional health as a mother could. Travis Griffith hopes to inspire children and fathers around the world to deepen their connections and commitments to one another and this book is an important bridge for doing so.

Gorgeously illustrated, this book brought me to tears as I read it. My son had the benefit of having his father be the first to read it to him. If you're looking for a wonderful gift for a new father, this would be a wonderful investment in the future of our children-especially if the spirit of the book can be "caught" and applied.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely well done., March 6, 2006

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This review is from: Your Father Forever (Hardcover)

It's about time there was a book, as lovingly written as this one is, about fathers sharing special times with their children. Reading a story about loving mothers and grandparents guiding, laughing, and participating in their children's lives is commonplace, but now (within the pages of this book), our children can also realize that a daddy or father can have the same warm feelings.

As the story moves along, the reader will completely understand the many ways in which a daddy enjoys and helps his children when they are small as well as when they grow and meet life's difficult challenges. As the illustrations suggest, a daddy can tuck you in at bedtime, read stories, kiss away tears, play outside on warm spring days, and so much more. That's what a daddy does!

***** Nearing the end of the story, we soon come to realize that children will inevitably grow up and away and that life will lead them to many places. When that happens - and a playful loving daddy is not a necessity - it is important to understand and remember that a loving father will always be there - waiting to help them and guide them at any time and at any age. Thus the statement - "I will be your father...forever." *****

Reviewed by Ruth Wilson.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT BOOK!!!, November 15, 2007

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K. Bisenius "Mom of 3" (Oregon) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Your Father Forever (Hardcover)

I think that this is an amazing book that expresses how every father should feel about their children! It has inspired my husband and even myself to be a better parent! I would recommend this book to every parent out there!