We’re hoping all those dads out there have a great weekend.
Here are some books to help you celebrate, enjoy, and laugh at fatherhood:
Big Shoes: In Celebration of Dads and Fatherhood by Al Roker & friends
This is a heartwarming collection of insights, anecdotes, personal reminiscences, and reflections of fathers, fatherhood, and the influence of their own dads on their lives, with contributions from Katie Couric, Dean Ornish, Beau Bridges, and James Patterson, among others.
The Poo Bomb: True Tales of Parental Terror by Jeff Vogel
This book is inspired by Jeff Vogel's popular Web site, The Story About the Baby, which is visited by thousands of beleaguered parents and curious onlookers every week.
The Nine Lessons: A Novel of Love, Fatherhood, and Second Chances by Kevin Alan Milne
In this touching novel about fatherhood, August’s estranged father offers to meet for a round of golf during each month of his wife’s pregnancy to share memories of his mother.
Home Game: An Accidental Guide to Fatherhood by Michael Lewis
From the author of “The Blind Side” comes unsparing observations about the disparity between social expectation and the actual experiences of today's new fathers.
Tales from the Dad Side: Misadventures in Fatherhood by Steve Doocy
A whimsical primer on the foibles of fatherhood celebrates the joys and pitfalls of the author's own experiences while counseling fathers and sons on how to bridge generation gaps.
Father's First Steps: 25 Things Every New Dad Should Know by Robert W. Sears and James M. Sears
The sons of the authors of the best-selling William and Martha Sears parenting guides discuss twenty-five aspects of new fatherhood to offer reassuring advice on such topics as taking time off from work, understanding a baby's cries, and supporting breastfeeding efforts.
Geek Dad: Awesomely Geeky Projects and Activities for Dads and Kids to Share by Ken Denmead
Suggests arts and craft projects that utilize technology to entertain and enthral children, including cyborg jack-o'-lanterns and custom-designed lamps built from Lego bricks.
