Description

‘At last! A book that perfectly captures the goofy kind of love that Dads have with their kids. Terrible jokes, embarrassing moments and unbridled adoration. Mums get a pass on this occasion!’ – Ryan Tubridy

Introducing the hilarious Disaster Dad series by Irish rugby star and media personality Donncha O’Callaghan, written with Blue Peter Book Club author Karen Owen and illustrated by Jenny Taylor.

When Dad decides to plan a special surprise for Mum’s birthday, the house turns to chaos!

Mum is going to America to visit family for a week and has left a very clear master plan for Dad, Finn and Emma to follow. But when the plan is destroyed, Dad goes rogue and starts organising a birthday surprise! From disastrous D-I-Y and cockadoodle-doo-ing cockerels to bonkers baking, this book is crammed full of chaos!

This laugh-out-loud family story is sure to delight readers aged 7+, and is perfect for fans of Dermot O’Leary, Jeremy Strong and Pamela Butchart.

Publisher Review

'At last! A book that perfectly captures the goofy kind of love that Dads have with their kids. Terrible jokes, embarrassing moments and unbridled adoration. Mums get a pass on this occasion!' -- Ryan Tubridy 'A charming story that celebrates the wonderful chaos of family life' -- Gavin Puckett * author of Hendrix the Rocking Horse * 'A gorgeous, funny book for anyone whose dad makes them roll their eyes from time-to-time!' -- Laura James * author of Fabio, News Hounds and The Adventures of Pug * 'Sure to tickle your funny bone and capture your heart' -- Nicola Colton * author of Jasper and Scruff * 'So much fun! And chaos...lots of chaos! A warm hearted read full of ridiculous schemes, hilarious antics and, of course, chickens. Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos is wonderfully illustrated, and perfect for giving young readers confidence' -- Jen Wallace * author of Dinosaur Pie * 'The first in a series, this hilarious chapter book features comical black-and-white illustrations throughout and is full of mayhem and fun' * Booktrust * 'Funny and expressive' * Children's Books Ireland *