When I Became Your Daddy

by Susannah Shane, Britta Teckentrup (illustrator)

A touching and heartfelt story about the special bond between father and child.
When I became your daddy,
you made my world complete.
I didn't know the little things
in life could be so sweet.

This beautiful, reassuring picture book celebrates the unconditional love a father has for his child. When I Became Your Daddy follows an otter and his pup as they explore rock pools, play in the sand, and float snuggled up together at night. A lyrical rhyming text by Susannah Shane is accompanied by gorgeous, digitally collaged cut-paper illustrations by Britta Teckentrup, with sophisticated silver foil detailing on the cover.

The fourth book in the When I Became Your . . . series. Past titles include When I Became Your Grandma, When I Became Your Grandpa, andWhen I Became Your Mommy. Includes a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

Genres: Family

24 pages, Hardcover

Published May 13, 2025

Reviews

[Barbara]

The rhyming lines in this picture book express the feelings a father feels for his offspring. The little family of sea otters explore the ocean and the beach while the father anticipates the grand adventures that await his child. The artwork relies on soft, warm colors for a soothing color palette, and the text provides reassurance that no matter how far that otter roams, love will follow. Since otters often rest on their backs in the sea, holding hands, several of the illustrations seem quite realistic and pleasing to the eyes. Many youngsters will feel comforted at the sentiments expressed here, and any fathers reading the lines might need to stop for a moment to wipe away a tear or two. This one might be worth sharing for Father's Day as a reminder that family is important. I always appreciate this illustrator's work, and it's the perfect choice to accompany the text.