Personalised with Daddy’s name, your child’s name and both characters
Custom characters — skin tone, hair & accessories
Personal dedication page from you
Choice of cover colour & format
Premium 170–200 gsm pages with a beautiful matte finish
Gentle rhyming story comparing Dad to different animals
Perfect for:
- A first Father’s Day gift from baby that Dad will read long after the day is over.
- Young children who want to give Daddy “their” special bedtime story.
- A birthday or Christmas present that celebrates all the ways Dad is strong, gentle and funny.
- A new‑dad gift marking the start of his adventure with his little one.
Why this is the perfect gift
More lasting than a novelty
Instead of another gadget or pair of socks, this personalised Dad and child book becomes a nightly ritual – your little one snuggled on Daddy’s chest, listening to a story that’s all about them.
Perfect for meaningful occasions
Ideal as a Father’s Day gift from baby or child, a birthday present for Dad, a new‑dad keepsake or a “just because” surprise to say “thank you for being you”. The story captures the everyday magic of fatherhood in a way that feels playful, sentimental and beautifully made.
Simple to create, easy to give
Personalise both characters, add names and a short dedication in just a few minutes. When the book arrives, all that’s left is to curl up and read – your child will love spotting themselves and Daddy as chipmunk, dolphin, panda and more.
What is this personalised Dad and child book?
This is a personalised Dad and child story where your little one tells the tale. It begins, “This is my daddy and this is me… I’m just a baby, but as you will see,” and then wonders what would happen if Daddy became all kinds of animals – even “with an extra limb”. From that first bedtime cuddle to the final promise that they’ll always be “me and Daddy”, the book celebrates how safe, silly and loved your child feels with their dad.
How you personalise this book
- Child’s name — appears in the story as the baby or child telling the tale.
- Daddy’s name — 'Dad', 'Dada', 'Daddy'-printed on the cover and woven naturally into the rhyme.
- Child’s appearance — choose hair, skin tone and other small details so they feel like your little one.
- Dad’s character — personalise his hair, skin tone, beard and style to look like the dad in your life.
- Dedication message — add a heartfelt note from your child (and co‑parent) on the first page, ready for Daddy to read.
- Book cover - choose your preferred cover colour at no extra cost
- Pages: 30 interior pages
- Dimensions: 21 × 21 cm — a perfect size made for little hands and cosy laps.
- Care: Built to last a lifetime of bedtimes. Both the cover and interior pages have a matte coating and can be gently wiped clean with a damp cloth.
- Sustainability: We care about the world your child is growing up in. Every Papier Tales book is printed locally using non-toxic eco-inks, sustainably sourced paper, and solar-powered facilities — arriving at your door in recyclable packaging.
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"The book is itself high quality and the graphics are very good. It exceeded my expectations and the story is really fun. My husband received it for his first Father’s Day and loved it."
Me and Daddy FAQs
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The simple rhyme and bold animal scenes make Me and Daddy perfect as a read‑aloud from baby through early primary school, roughly ages 0–6, especially when shared with Dad at bedtime.
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Our personalised books are usually dispatched within 2–4 days. After dispatch, standard delivery is typically 3–4 working days (may be slightly longer, depending on your location).
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Yes – the whole story is about Daddy and child, imagining all the animals Dad could be and ending with the promise that they’ll always be “Baby and Daddy”. That makes it ideal for Father’s Day, birthdays or celebrating a new dad.
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Yes! You can preview sample pages on the product page to see the quality and style before ordering. You can also preview what your child's and dad's character will look like during personalisation. We want you to feel confident in your purchase.
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Our books are printed locally using high-quality materials. We take care to ensure every book is beautifully crafted and built to last. Our print labs are located globally including, Australia, UK, New Zealand, USA and Canada.
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Made with the planet in mind
Sustainably sourced paper · Solar-powered print labs · Non-toxic, vegan eco-inks · Fully recyclable packaging · Local fulfilment in AU, UK, US & CA to minimise air miles.