U.S. Navy Children’s Book - My Daddy, My Sailor by Matthew E. Miller
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My Daddy, My Sailor – U.S. Navy Children’s Book
My Daddy, My Sailor is a heartfelt U.S. Navy children’s book that helps military kids understand Navy life, deployment, time apart, and the pride of having a Sailor dad. Written by Matthew E. Miller, this story is told through the eyes of a child and offers a warm, age appropriate way to talk about service, family, and connection.
Through expressive illustrations and gentle storytelling, young readers follow a child’s love and admiration for their father as he serves in the Navy. From daily routines and uniforms to ships, farewells, and joyful reunions, this book helps children see that even when Dad is away, the bond between a Sailor and his family stays strong.
A Navy Family Story for Military Kids
This Navy children’s book was created for families navigating deployment, duty days, underways, travel, and homecoming. It gives children simple language and comforting imagery to help them understand why Dad has to leave, what service means, and how families stay connected across distance.
My Daddy, My Sailor is ideal for bedtime reading, pre-deployment conversations, military family support programs, Navy homecomings, and children who need reassurance during time apart from their Sailor dad.
What Makes This Book Special
- Heartwarming story about a child and their Sailor dad
- Helps explain Navy deployment, time apart, service, and homecoming
- Introduces ships, uniforms, the ocean, and Navy family life in a kid friendly way
- Encourages pride, resilience, connection, and open family conversation
- Great for bedtime reading, deployment preparation, and reunion gifts
- Includes keepsake features with a photo slot and space for a personal note
A Keepsake Gift for Navy Families
This hardcover edition includes a photo slot and a space for a personal note from a parent or child, turning the story into a lasting keepsake. It is a meaningful gift for Navy kids, Sailor dads, military families, and children’s programs that support service-connected families.
Product Details
- Title: My Daddy, My Sailor
- Author: Matthew E. Miller
- Publisher: UMBO BOOKS
- Publication Date: July 25, 2024
- Edition: First Edition
- Format: Hardcover
- Language: English
- ISBN 13: 979-8991120456
- Dimensions: 10 x 7.5 x 0.25 inches
- Reading Age: 5 to 14 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this Navy children’s book for?
This book is written for military kids, Navy families, and children with a Sailor dad who may be preparing for deployment, underways, duty days, or homecoming.
Can this book help explain deployment?
Yes. The story uses child friendly language and comforting illustrations to help children understand deployment, separation, reunion, and the emotions that come with Navy family life.
Does the book include keepsake features?
Yes. This hardcover edition includes a photo slot and space for a personal note, making it a meaningful family keepsake.
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Answers to your most common questions.
How does it work?
You can easily record audio using your phone, tablet, or any other device and send it home through text, email, or your preferred method. Once received, simply upload the audio onto the recorder, and your child can enjoy hearing your voice right inside the doll. Just press the belly, and the recording will play, creating a personal and comforting experience for your little one.
Is the clothing removable? Do you offer more clothing for the doll?
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What about the patches...are they removable?
The patches on the doll easily detach thanks to their Velcro backing, and you can even create your own custom patches on our website to match your hero’s. We’ve partnered with CustomSticker.com to produce Velcro-backed PVC patches, allowing you to design and print high-quality stickers that fit perfectly on the patch. Pretty amazing, right? It wasn’t easy finding a company willing to make custom 1-inch stickers, but we did! Huge thanks to Ryan and Maren for making this possible!
Is the doll and clothing machine washable?
Yes, the doll is machine washable! Simply remove any electronic components and accessories, and your doll can be safely washed to keep it clean and fresh. Always follow the care instructions on our "about and instructions page" for the best results.
16 MB... How long is that?
With the current 16 MB of storage, you can record over an hour of audio directly into the doll. In fact, we tested it up to 1 hour and 23 minutes before stopping! Simply hold the recorder up to your phone and record directly into it. Trust us, the audio quality is incredible—it’s even louder and clearer than when you speak into it.
What is the warranty?
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