Dads Toddlers & Chicken Dance

by Peter Downey

Book Overview

A politically incorrect but indispensable compendium of everything Dad needs to know about raising a toddler, including: babysitting, nutrition, common illnesses, money, lawnmowers, television,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1555612423
• ISBN13: 9781555612429
• Release Date: November 2000
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

the dirty goods for new dads

As a 46 year old father of 2 young children, I have found this book to be very informative and very humorous(actually at times horrifying for fathers to be). The book could be classified as humorous horror for fathers. Peter Downey touches on all important aspects of childrearing in a down-to-earth, easy to read, practical, "lets get our hands dirty on this" fashion. Fathers with children will really identify with the problems discussed in this book. He doesn't shy away from touchy topics like sex, nudity in front of the children or physical discipline. He's obviously read the "professionals" on childrearing and his advice on how to deal with the many problems we dads encounter reflects this, but is also heavily flavoured with his own personal strategies developed on the frontlines of being a dad to 3 children himself. Of course, if you're a perfect dad, doing everything right or if you're not a dad you may want to read the book for it's humour, with which Peter is not stingy.

A MUST READ for all Dads: Old and New

Downey's book is a must read for all dads, old and new to this game of parenting. I was the fortunate recipient of this book, and having read Downey's earlier book, "So You're Gonna Be A Dad," I knew immediately that Downey would deliver with hilarious material that would make a difference in raising my two daughters. I have not been disappointed.One significant diifference between Downey's book and others is that his approach diminishes the anxiety that comes with being a dad. He lets you know that there's a lot of other guys going through the same things, and they're all doing just fine.Perfect holiday gift--better yet, the PERFECT gift to give Dad when his son or daughter turns two. I give Downey's book, "Dads, Toddlers, and the Chicken Dance" the highest rating possible: *****.

Laughing and learning? Is that possible?

Yes it is. From the dedication in the front to the glossary at the back I laughed my way through and learned from this marvellous book. "Dads, Toddlers and the Chicken Dance" was given to me as a present when my daughter was born 2 weeks ago and it opened my eyes to a lot of experiences that I am about to go through but hadn't really thought about before. Its no nonsense approach is refreshing and it is laced with humour that keeps you reading. I'm rushing off to get "So You're Going To Be A Dad" just to keep me laughing! (and to see what I've missed out on!)

WARNING! - You will Snort with laughter reading this book!

This is my favorite Peter Downey book, and one I have read numerous times. It keeps me laughing at every page. I am yet to have toddlers of my own, but I think Peter's is the most accurate book about them, I've seen so far.If you want a book that is full of practical advice, humour and REALITY, then this is for you. Even your husband will enjoy reading this one. It also contains a snortingly funny account of the joys of toliet training and having a dinner party at the same time. BUY IT, READ IT, AND LAUGH YOURSELF SILLY!

fatherhood, warts and all

i originally bought this book for my brother-in-law whose daughter was soon to turn one, but when i started reading it in the bookstore, i knew i had to keep it for myself (and my husband). even though our oldest is only four, as parents of PTIs (pre-schooler, toddler, and infant), we have gone through many of the experiences that downey writes about. A sense of humour is your best weapon during toddlerhood. It's great that there's a book out there written by a man, and with a man's point of view. now my husband knows that other fathers feel the same way about diapers, poops, endless questions, bedtime wars, etc. every so often, my husband will burst out laughing while reading a chapter here or there (usually in the bathroom with a locked door). that's when i knew this book was worth keeping. here's to more fathers like downey (and my husband)!