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Best Father’s Day Gift Pairings for Any Type of Dad

Thursday, June 08, 2023

By Kathleen Harris

Looking for a gift idea for the bookish dad in your life? Or maybe you need to drop some subtle hints that he should be reading more. Either way, we’ve rounded up some great suggestions for books, paired with a couple fun gifts that should sweeten the deal. Father’s Day is right around the corner—pick up one of these sets today!

For the Dad Who’s Always Up for an Adventure

The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small

This photo-packed travel book will inspire his next expedition. There are lists of unforgettable travel to-dos—from the best beaches to visit to unmissable restaurants—for families of any size and age.

Buy it here, $35

Pair it with:

Cult favorite SuperGoop sunscreen

Ultra comfortable Fair Harbour swim trunks

Hoto Camplight

For the Dad Who’s Always Cheering You On

Black Ball: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Spencer Haywood, and the Generation that Saved the Soul of the NBA

You don’t have to be a basketball diehard to appreciate the rich history of the sport and learn about the darker political undercurrents of the 1970s. All of that and more is covered in this highly acclaimed book. Great for fans of any sport!

Buy it here, $29

Pair it with:

Nettle family pickleball set

Virgil Abloh’s Nike Icons

New York Giants Helmet


For the Punny Dad

The Very Embarrassing Book of Dad Jokes

Why did the banana go to the doctor? Because he wasn’t peeling very well! If that kind of joke appeals to the Dad in your life (you know the type), pick up this hilarious book guaranteed to elicit laughs and eyerolls in equal measure.

Buy it here, $14

Pair it with:

The Skylight Calendar to keep him in the loop on the kids’ activities

Rhude Dad hat

For the Dad Who’s All About Family Dinner

Taste: My Life Through Food

This New York Times bestseller traces Stanley Tucci’s life through the food he experienced growing up in his Italian American household. The mix of stories, recipes, and humor make this a delightful read that will also inspire plenty of home-cooked meals.

Buy it here, $28

Pair it with:

Another cookbook he’ll love: Snoop Dogg’s From Crook to Cook

The bestselling Always pan

The Commercial Chef Barbecue Tool Kit

For the Bonus Dads in Your Life

The Guncle

Bestselling author Steven Rowley’s latest book, The Celebrants, is a June pick for Read with Jenna, but his previous novel about an uncle who unexpectedly becomes a primary caregiver is both hilarious and heartwarming. Perfect for the unexpected or bonus father figures in your life.

Buy it here, $17

Pair it with:

Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge glass

Bookworm sweatshirt