A child is sad that his father has to leave for the day, and must learn to occupy his time while he waits. This simple story for beginning readers teaches the "ad" sound through rhyming text and bright, original illustrations. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

A father tells his child about his love, fear, and joy in being her parent.

In illustrations and verse, lists some of the many ways a father, whether pilot or baseball player, could show his love for his child.

Little Wolf learns to howl his way.

All week long, a boy and his father look forward to their Friday ritual--breakfast at their favorite diner.

A father and son have fun playing rough on the couch, grabbing, tossing, and tickling.

A father rabbit offers messages of nuturing protection and comfort to his baby.

A heartfelt ode to the physical and emotional roles of father and child.

Although he is too little to take out the garbage, give a piggyback ride, and perform other tasks as well as his Dad can, a young child knows that there is one thing he can do as well as anyone.

Papa Bear takes his cubs on a trip with him in order to show them how to fish, but when the little ones forgo the expensive equipment and want to fish with simple tools, it is Papa Bear who winds up learning a lesson.