FICTION

I Want My Daddy!

by Tracey CORDEROY
I Want My Daddy! illus. by Alison Edgson. 32p. Tiger Tales. 2015. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9781589251779.
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Toddler-PreS—This companion to I Want My Mommy (Tiger Tales, 2013) describes all the times a young mouse needs his daddy. Arthur pretends to be a knight, with his father playing along on his quests and helping out during the rough patches. Arthur conquers everything from castle building to charging around on a "horse" before going to the best castle of them all, the park. A particularly sweet and funny moment occurs when Arthur and his father attempt to fish for monsters; children will enjoy the surprise that pops out of the water. The soft acrylic illustrations are expressive and wonderfully showcase the story's action.
VERDICT Purchase if Father's Day displays need additional titles.
Reviewed by Brooke Newberry, La Crosse Public Library, WI
Mouse Arthur, dressed like a knight, calls for his daddy when his castle collapses, when he falls down, when he catches a "monster" while fishing; each time, Dad calmly comes to the rescue. As thanks, Arthur gives his dad "the biggest hug in the whole kingdom!" While the story and art are sentimental, the pair's love for each other is clear.
, Apr 01, 2015

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