A Father Like That
Charlotte Zolotow’s sensitive story about a boy who daydreams about the father he does not have is updated with warm and comforting illustrations by LeUyen Pham. Portraying a young African American boy and his hopeful fantasies, Pham affectionately captures the essence of a loving father and son relationship. Zolotow’s story ends with a perfect sense of satisfaction when the boy’s mother gently reminds her son that even if such a father never comes, he can always be that kind of father himself. ©2007 Cooperative Children's Book Center
Illustrated by LeUyen Pham
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 4-8
Age Range:
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Format:
Picture book
Subjects:
African Americans
Fathers
Hope and Healing
Imagination/Imaginary Play
Mothers
Diversity subject:
Black/African
Publisher:
HarperCollins
Publish Year: 2007
Pages: 32
ISBN: 0060278641
CCBC Location: Picture Book, Zolotow