My Daddy Has
A Green Thumb
Meet Our Curious Little Gardener
On a Mission to Find Daddy’s “Green Thumb”!
A delightful, laugh-filled story that kids (and parents) will want to read again and again!
Follow one curious child as he tries to solve a hilarious mystery:
If Daddy has a “green thumb,” then why isn’t his thumb green?
While helping Daddy pull weeds in the garden, the curious little narrator hears their neighbor, Mr. Wilson, compliment Daddy’s gardening skills.
But there’s just one problem… Daddy’s thumb still doesn’t look green at all!
This moment sparks even more curiosity as the child tries to figure out why everyone keeps saying Daddy has a “green thumb” — even when his hands are just covered in dirt.
Why Kids and
Parents Love It
Daddy Has a Green Thumb delights young readers with its playful mystery and warm father-child moments. Kids will love following the curious little narrator as he tries to figure out why everyone insists Daddy has a “green thumb”—even though his thumb never looks green! The silly guesses, funny discoveries, and colorful garden scenes spark imagination and keep children engaged from page to page.
Parents appreciate the book’s gentle humor, its celebration of family time, and the way it introduces children to everyday expressions in a simple, meaningful way. With bright illustrations, a wholesome message, and a charming twist that brings everything together, this story becomes more than just a bedtime read—it becomes a special moment shared between parent and child.
🧒 Easy to read aloud with silly fun for ages 4+
🐶 Lovable characters that spark laughter and imagination
📖 Great bedtime, classroom, or gift book
✨ Teaches kindness, manners, and humor through misadventure
Sneak Peek: A Taste of the Action!
This sneak peek gives readers a glimpse into the funny mystery at the heart of the story. With expressive illustrations and warm father-child interaction, kids are pulled straight into the garden adventure as the young hero tries to solve one big question:
What does everyone mean when they say Daddy has a “green thumb”?
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Author
Gerald J. Roache
Written by Gerald J. Roache — award-winning copywriter and storyteller behind the most successful commercials in TV history, now delighting kids with heart and humor
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