Title: Dad Rules: A Simple Manual for a Complex Job
Author: Treion Muller
Basic Overview: As a father of five, author Treion Muller offers advice from “one dad to another” in his book, Dad Rules. The 81 rules to help dads navigate the sometimes scary journey of fatherhood are divided into three sections: “What Dads Should Know”, “What Dads Should Say” and “What Dads Should Do”.
There were several things about this book that I thought were perfect for dads. First, I love that Muller calls it a “manual.”
“It’s not a book, honey, it’s a manual. You can just read the parts you need…..”
Second, the advice is presented in simple, bite-sized pieces that make for an easy read. Let’s be honest, how many men usually want to sit down and read a thick tome on parenting?
Third, besides giving great, down-to-earth advice, Muller writes in a funny, honest manner that I think would appeal to most dads. For example, I loved Rule # 2: Driving a minivan is inevitable. “Yes, be prepared to give up your man card.” (pg 10).
Parts I Liked Best: The rules in part one, “What Dads Should Know”, deal with the inevitables of fatherhood, what the author terms, “the ‘just deal with it’ rules”. Things like the aforementioned rule # 2, these rules give dads a heads-up on things like having to share just about everything, watching cartoons, changing dirty diapers and learning to refrain from fixing everything.
In the next part, dads are given helps on what to say and what not to say. Some of my favorites included:
- If you don’t know, say “I don’t know.”
- Always praise
- Don’t “@#$%&”
- The answer to “Dad, can I show you something?” is always “Yes!”
Finally, “What Dads Should Do” is filled with helpful advice on everything from spending time with your children to protecting them from harmful online influences.
Filled with sage advice, Dad Rules is a great book for the new and veteran father alike. Chances are, most dads will realize they’re already living by many of these rules, boosting their confidence. And when they’re at a loss for what to do, they have somewhere to turn.
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Milz says
I’d love to win this
Nikki says
This book looks great! Thanks for the giveaway!
yoko says
I love the idea of this book! It sounds just right for the dad who is not going to sit down and read a parenting book, but would greatly appreciate some well stated advice and ideas. In other words, it sounds perfect for my husband!
Lindsey Bell says
I would love to win this book for my hubby! Thanks for the opportunity!
Heather W. says
Sounds like a really great book! I’ll have to get my hands on it one way or another!! 🙂
Lindsay says
I’d love to get this book for my hubby to see what tips, advice and instruction there is!
mcharles77 says
Sounds like a great book!!
Allison says
I’d like a copy!
Gina Peterson says
Thanks for the fun contest! Sounds like a great book!
B. Stone says
Sounds perfect for Father’s Day!
niki rowe says
I’d love to win
sagar says
A book which goes beyond the boundaries of country, culture, educational background, status, religion and is a MUST HAVE book not only for DADs, but all the MEN.
Jen says
My hubby would love this! Thanks for the giveaway!
Amy says
My husband recently started staying home with our two boys and this book sounds perfect for him! Something to add a bit of humor to his already crazy day!!
cj says
How fun! I would love to win a copy for my husband. He’s about to become a father for the 5th time, but there is always something new to learn!
Angelene says
My hubby never touches the books I give him, but calling this a MANUAL makes him feel like he is MANLY so maybe just maybe this will be a game-changer! =) I really love that you mentioned our men are already doing some of these things, so it will be a great boost to them in that way. Awesome. Well, if I don’t win it from you girls I’m gonna have to track it down somewhere! Thx for everything!
CleverColleen says
This looks awesome. Would love it!! (oh, and I’d bet my husband would too) 😉
Bekah says
The book sound fun and encouraging for dads who have a big job!
KErri says
Sounds like a great book!
Melissa says
Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy of this book!! 🙂
Caryn Payzant says
I love the “manual” concept–a term that any man could relate to.
Marcie says
As wonderful a father as my husband is, I think he could benefit from this “manual” – couldn’t we all…? Thanks for giving us the opportunity to win it!
Michelle says
This looks like a wonderful book.
Shannon says
Why not? This sounds like a great read. Thanks!
Melanie says
I think my husband would like the “manual” format of this book. Thanks!
becca@missioncalltomotherhood says
I’d love to win this book! He’d love it for Father’s Day and June 14th is my birthday. Double Whammie! My husband and I love to read together and it sounds like we’d have a lot of fun with this one. Thanks for doing a give-away!
Brooke Miller says
I love the simple idea of a manual and bite sized rules. My husband would be much more open to ideas presented this way. Thanks!
Angela says
Sounds wonderful! I would love to win the book and give it to my husband! Thanks!
Lisa Waghorn says
Thanks for the chance to win… 🙂
heather.c says
This would be great. Thanks!
mugwump says
This sounds like a fun book! As a father of 7–I know my hubby could use some extra help about now!! 🙂
sliced@pple says
Great book and a perfect fit for the DAD in our life.
[email protected] says
🙂 Looks great, my hubby would love this one.
Larissa says
I would love to win this book for my fiance who is a father of two and is about to take on 3 more kiddos. There’s not a lot of help from their father so he is taking on a ton…I think he must love us bunches! 🙂
Shelly says
My husband needs a boost! This book could do the trick! Would love to get this for him.