{"product_id":"because-im-your-dad-9781423147749","title":"Because I'm Your Dad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBecause I'm Your Dad - A Heartwarming Father-Child Picture Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for Father's Day and all year round, here is the breakout book celebrating all the silliness and sweetness that a dad can share with a child, illustrated by bestselling and award-winning artist Dan Santat!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBecause I'm your dad, you can have spaghetti for breakfast, French toast for dinner, and rocky road ice cream in the bathtub!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover picture book captures the special bond between fathers and their children through playful, whimsical storytelling. Written by Ahmet Zappa as both a tribute to his legendary father, rock star Frank Zappa, and a promise to his own daughter Halo, this book resonates across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCaldecott Medal-Winning Illustrations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAward-winning artist Dan Santat, creator of \u003ci\u003eThe Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend\u003c\/i\u003e, brings the story to life with charming monster characters. His illustrations transform everyday moments into magical adventures, making each page a visual delight for children ages 4-8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Father's Promise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a text that's both playful and loving, a father expresses his hopes and dreams for a one-of-a-kind relationship with his child. The book explores the silly, sweet, and sometimes unconventional ways dads show their love - from breakfast choices to bedtime routines. The moving ending pays tribute to the author's father, guaranteeing intergenerational appeal that makes this an ideal gift for new dads, Father's Day, or any celebration of family love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBecause I'm your dad, I will do all of these things for you and more...because that's what my dad did for me.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAhmet Zappa\u003c\/b\u003e is the son of late rock musician\/composer Frank Zappa and, as he puts it, \"My awesome mother, Gail.\" \u003ci\u003eBecause I'm Your Dad\u003c\/i\u003e is both a tribute to his happy childhood and a promise to his daughter, Halo. Ahmet grew up with a learning disability and now writes books to help children discover how wonderful reading can be. Through his production company, Monsterfoot Productions, Ahmet has developed several television shows and movies, including \u003ci\u003eThe Odd Life of Timothy Green\u003c\/i\u003e, and he has also collaborated on the Star Darlings chapter book series. He lives in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDan Santat\u003c\/b\u003e is the Caldecott Medal-winning and \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author and illustrator of \u003ci\u003eThe Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, Are We There Yet?\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAfter the Fall\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as the illustrator of many other picture books, including \u003ci\u003eDrawn Together\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLift\u003c\/i\u003e by Minh Lê, \u003ci\u003eThe Alphabet's Alphabet\u003c\/i\u003e by Chris Harris, \u003ci\u003eNo More Poems!\u003c\/i\u003e by Rhett Miller, and \u003ci\u003eCrankenstein\u003c\/i\u003e by Samantha Berger. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and various pets. His website is dansantat.tumblr.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680891998482,"sku":"9781423147749","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c21e4883-b050-44db-b172-1f15d536c228.jpg?v=1733945248","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/because-im-your-dad-9781423147749","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}