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Father's Day books for kids: what it is and how to celebrate

When is Father's Day? Sunday 20 June 2027. Father's Day in the UK, US and Canada is the third Sunday in June.

What is Father's Day?

Father's Day is a day to thank dads and the people who care for us like a dad: grandads, uncles, carers and other grown-ups.

Who celebrates Father's Day, and books for each

For families and classrooms

Children make cards and small gifts and spend time doing something together. Schools often keep it inclusive: any special grown-up can be celebrated.

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Luna Loves Library Day
Joseph Coelho and Fiona Lumbers
a girl's special library day with her dad
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Grandad's Camper
Harry Woodgate
a girl and her grandad plan an adventure
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Dadaji's Paintbrush
Rashmi Sirdeshpande and Ruchi Mhasane
a boy, his grandfather and a paintbrush that keeps their love alive
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Guess How Much I Love You
Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram
a parent and child measure their love
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My Dad
Anthony Browne
a funny, warm portrait of a brilliant dad
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Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me
Eric Carle
a dad who goes to great lengths for his daughter
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Questions to ask while you read

Use these with any of the Father's Day books on this page. Pick two or three, and there are no wrong answers.

What is the family in the story getting ready for?
Which part of Father's Day would you most like to try, and why?
How do the people in the story show they care about each other?
Is anything in the story like something your family does?
What would you like to ask a friend who celebrates Father's Day?

Ways to celebrate Father's Day with children

Make a card for a special grown-up.
Do something together: a walk, a game, building a den.
Draw 'my dad is as … as a …' pictures.
Make a medal for 'best at hugs'.

Father's Day picture books at a glance

All the Father's Day books on this page: Luna Loves Library Day (Joseph Coelho and Fiona Lumbers), Grandad's Camper (Harry Woodgate), Dadaji's Paintbrush (Rashmi Sirdeshpande and Ruchi Mhasane), Guess How Much I Love You (Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram), My Dad (Anthony Browne), Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me (Eric Carle).

Questions parents ask about Father's Day

When is Father's Day?

The third Sunday in June: Sunday 20 June 2027 in the UK, US and Canada.

How can schools include children without a dad at home?

Celebrate 'a special grown-up who looks after you' and let children choose who to make their card for.

Related festivals: Mothering Sunday

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Traditions vary between families, places and communities; ask your child's friends and their families how they celebrate. As an Amazon Associate, Growing Wise earns from qualifying purchases.