Give Me Back My Dad!

Give Me Back My Dad! by Robert Munsch is a delightful addition to children’s literature, published by North Winds Press on March 3, 2020. This 32-page book, written in English, presents a whimsical story inspired by a real-life ice fishing trip with a young girl named Cheryl and her father. The narrative unfolds as Cheryl and her dad embark on an ice fishing adventure, where they encounter clever fish that seem to have their own plans.
Readers will find humor and charm in this tale that explores family dynamics and the joy of shared experiences. The story captures the essence of holidays and celebrations, particularly focusing on Father’s Day themes. With its engaging plot and playful illustrations, this book is designed to entertain young readers while fostering a love for storytelling.
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After almost 170,000 votes tallied, the winning story of our Pick-A-Munsch contest is here!
In Fall 2010, Scholastic Canada launched a promotion that allowed young readers to help select the story by Robert Munsch to be published as his 30th book with Scholastic Canada. After close to 170,000 votes tallied, the fans have spoken — here are the details of the winning story:
Cheryl and her dad go ice fishing, but it turns out that the fish are pretty smart. They are trying to catch the people right back! In the end, Cheryl and her father bring home something really good . . . and it’s not a fish at all!
This story was inspired by a young girl in Rigolet, Labrador. Twenty years ago Robert Munsch went ice fishing with a girl named Cheryl and her father, and this story was born. He has performed it live for many years now, but it has never appeared in book form before. Scholastic Canada is proud to bring this wonderful, whimsical tale to young readers everywhere!
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