Celebrating Fathers All Month Long with The Kokomo Post
Father's Day is just around the corner, but why limit the celebration to just one day? Here at The Kokomo Post, we’re celebrating dads for the whole month of June! Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing a variety of content all about fathers and for fathers.
To kick off our month-long tribute, we’re excited to feature our June book blog with a special guest: Jason Braun, co-founder of DADCAMP, right here in Kokomo. We knew Jason would be the perfect person to highlight for this blog, and we’re thrilled to share his insights and book recommendations.
What is DADCAMP?
DADCAMP is a movement dedicated to helping dads build stronger bonds with their kids. Founded in 2006 in Kokomo, this initiative has grown exponentially, reaching states across the U.S. and 13 countries worldwide.
“We will do all we can to reach as many fathers in this world and after more than a decade of consecutive growth, we believe we have found an effective strategy to reach them,” Braun said.
The mission of DADCAMP is clear: to leverage every father’s core desire to be a good dad by creating life-changing father/child experiences. And it’s working! You can learn more about DADCAMP and their activities by clicking here.
In celebration of Father’s Day, Jason has shared some book recommendations that have inspired and guided him. Here are a few of his top picks:
‘Parenting’ by Andy & Sandra Stanley
This insightful guide by Andy and Sandra Stanley is designed to help parents navigate the complexities of raising children. It offers practical advice and wisdom for every stage of parenting, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and purpose in parenting decisions.
“I wish I had this book years ago! This book is for moms and dads at any point in the journey, don’t miss this resource to help us parents get it right!” - Jason Braun
‘Dad Tired’ - Jerrad Lopes
Jerrad Lopes provides a humorous and practical exploration of modern fatherhood. “Dad Tired” offers relatable stories, insightful advice, and thought-provoking reflections that help dads connect with their children and navigate the challenges of parenting with grace and authenticity.
“A great insight in to what being a dad in the world means. Very insightful, funny, practical, and thought provoking.” - Jason Braun
‘Revolutionary Parenting’ - George Barna
George Barna presents a research-based approach to parenting in “Revolutionary Parenting.” This book combines facts and statistics with practical advice, offering parents a comprehensive guide to raising children who are emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually robust.
“Easy to read but rich in information. It can be a little bit "heady", but don’t let that scare you! Its the facts and stats that back the practices and "to-do's" of revolutionary parenting.” - Jason Braun
52 Things Every Daughter/Son Needs from their Dad - Jay Payleitner
Jay Payleitner’s book is a treasure trove of practical advice for dads. It offers 52 actionable insights to help fathers build strong, meaningful relationships with their children, whether they are daughters or sons. This book is both inspiring and emotionally resonant, making it a valuable read for any father.
“Great books on father relationships for both daughters and sons! It can be hard to navigate as your kids grow and change. Recommend for adult children to read along with you! Emotional and inspiring for dads.”
- Jason Braun
‘Raising a Modern-Day Knight’ - Robert Lewis
Robert Lewis provides a roadmap for fathers who want to raise boys into men of integrity and honor. “Raising a Modern Day Knight” discusses the importance of mentorship, character development, and imparting values that prepare boys to navigate the complexities of adulthood.
“I think this is a must read for any new dad or someone that leads youth. There are allot good issues raised and some good suggestions made as well.” - Jason Braun
‘Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters’ - Meg Meeker
Meg Meeker offers essential advice for fathers on how to nurture and strengthen their relationships with their daughters. This book covers a range of topics, including discipline, communication, perseverance, and patience, providing dads with the tools they need to be a positive and influential presence in their daughters' lives.
“This book provides advice for fathers on many fronts, such as, strengthening the bond between you and your daughter, discipline, listening, perseverance, patience, and many others.” - Jason Braun
We hope these recommendations inspire you as much as they have inspired Jason and countless other fathers. Stay tuned throughout June for more dad-centric content, and join us in celebrating the incredible dads in our lives all month long.
