Why a Daughter Needs a Dad: Picture Book

Why a Daughter Needs a Dad is a 32-page picture book about the bond between fathers and daughters. The listing describes charming animal illustrations and rhyming text about a father's support as his daughter grows, with themes including honesty, thoughtfulness and being true to herself.

At a glance

Rhyming picture-book story focused on a father-daughter relationship.
Listing describes animal illustrations and messages about growing up, including being artistic, thoughtful, honest and true to oneself.
Presented as a gift option for occasions such as birthdays and Father's Day.

Price

$8.11Save 38%

Reference price: ~~$12.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A compact 32-page format makes for a short shared reading session.
The relationship-focused story and gift framing suit a new father or a father reading with his daughter.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Sourcebooks Wonderland
Publication date	May 7, 2019
Language	English
Print length	32 pages
ISBN-10	1492667838
ISBN-13	978-1492667834
Reading age	Baby and up, from customers
Grade level	Kindergarten - 3

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	8.27 x 0.31 x 8.27 inches
Weight listed	10.2 ounces

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Families looking for a short picture book to read together about the father-daughter bond.
Gift buyers seeking a keepsake for a new father, a birthday or Father's Day.

Less suited to

Readers looking for a long-form story or a book centered on a topic other than the father-daughter relationship.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.9 / 5 · 20,946 ratings

5 stars93%93%
4 stars6%6%
3 stars1%1%
2 stars0%0%
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Customer feedback describes the book as heartfelt and suitable for young children and fathers, highlighting simple messages, illustrations that hold children's attention and shared reading. This fits the listed short, rhyming picture-book format, though feedback reflects reader impressions rather than a guarantee that every child will respond the same way. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive, but do not explain individual readers' reasons.

Positive themes

Customers describe the messages as simple and meaningful.
Feedback praises the illustrations and shared reading experience.
The book is described as a heartfelt gift, including for Father's Day.

Frequently asked questions

What is the book about?

The listing describes rhyming verses and animal illustrations celebrating a father's support for his daughter as she grows.

How long is the book?

The listed print length is 32 pages.

What age is it for?

The product description recommends it for children ages 3–7 and beyond. The separate reading-age field says "Baby and up, from customers," so the age guidance differs by listing section.