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Description
The book contains illustrated lyrics to four songs celebrating the relationship between a father and his little girl. The songs feature themes such as dancing, foods the child enjoys, and general expressions of affection. The book includes a CD with recordings of the songs performed by the author. The main characters are a father and his young daughter.
Quick Summary
Garrison Keillor turns a picture book into a living-room concert, letting kids hear his own voice singing four joyful songs about the sweet chaos of being a dad to a little girl. The bright, whimsical illustrations paired with a sing-along CD make every page a chance to tap, clap, and repeat the catchy verses that celebrate bedtime stories, silly dances, and big hugs. If your kid loves Pete the Cat or The Pout-Pout Fish, they'll adore this musical, heart-warming picture book that feels like a family jam session. Ideal for kindergarten through third grade, especially children ages 5-8 who enjoy singing, rhyming, and sharing cozy family moments.