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June 2009

With Fathers' Day on 21st June, why not have a look at our library resources about fathers of all types? These are free to borrow - why not use them to gather ideas for projects or celebrations?

Cover of 'Dadlands'Dadlands: The Alternative Handbook for New Fathers (by Blythe, D.)

The ultimate antidote to all those worthy-but-dull parenting manuals, Dadlands finally tells it like it is: the trials & tribulations of the first five years, from labour ward to Reception class.

Cover of 'Uncommon Fathers'
Uncommon Fathers (by Meyer, D. (ed.))

A compelling collection of essays by fathers who were asked to reflect & write about the life-altering experience of having a child with a disability.

Working with Muslim Fathers: A guide for practitioners

In association with Fathers Direct and An-Nisa Society.

Cover of 'A Dad;s Guide to Babycare'A Dad's Guide to Babycare (by Cooper, C.)

This specially created guide will help new dads to participate safely and successfully in the care and development of their children, whilst allowing them to enjoy the qualities that they naturally bring to baby and toddler care.
Cover of 'Gay Dads'
Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood (by Strag, D.)
Twenty-five personal accounts from men describing their unique journeys to fatherhood and the struggles & successes they have experienced as they raise their children.

You could also have a look at SIL's Factsheet for Dads, available for download on our Factsheets page.