Testimonials
“Drs. Abraham and Higdon beautifully capture what so many families experience but may not always put into words—that a father’s encouragement, involvement, and steady presence can shape not only academic success but also confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Blending insight with real understanding, The Dad Difference offers inspiration and practical encouragement for educators and holds great promise for both fathers and the children whose futures are strengthened when fathers fully engage.”
“Everyone has a father, but not everyone has a dad. This inspirational “manual” is easy to digest and profoundly delves into the need for fathers to be engaged in their children’s lives and education. As a law enforcement officer for almost three decades, I have seen the often disastrous results when fathers are absent and male mentors are not present in the lives of their children. This book should be included as required reading for all primary school educators and anyone, including law enforcement, who work with children in both recreational and educational arenas. I hope this work inspires men to stand in the gap as mentors where fathers are absent.”
“The Dad Difference urges schools to critically evaluate how their systems influence father engagement, either restricting or enabling its full potential. Dr. Deborah Higdon and Dr. Chacko Abraham advance beyond symbolic involvement by offering research-based, practical strategies that immediately strengthen partnerships. This book provides leaders, educators, and families with tools to foster more accountable and inclusive school cultures, thereby enhancing student outcomes and addressing intergenerational patterns in the present.”
“The Dad Difference is a timely book that reminds us that a father’s presence is necessary and can be transformational in shaping the lives of children. This book offers research and real-life examples of the positive effects that engaged fathers have not only on their own children but also on the greater community.”
“The Dad Difference is the right book at the right time! It comes at a time when men's roles are being rethought and students’ mental health is in crisis. The authors are both seasoned educators and bring their personal and professional experiences to bear in practical ways. They cite pertinent research, include dad interviews, and provide valuable tools to enable educators to actively invite dads and father figures into their students' in-school lives for the good of students, educators, dads, and the entire family.”
“Drs. Abraham and Higdon beautifully capture what so many families experience but may not always put into words—that a father’s encouragement, involvement, and steady presence can shape not only academic success but also confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Blending insight with real understanding, The Dad Difference offers inspiration and practical encouragement for educators and holds great promise for both fathers and the children whose futures are strengthened when fathers fully engage.”
“Everyone has a father, but not everyone has a dad. This inspirational “manual” is easy to digest and profoundly delves into the need for fathers to be engaged in their children’s lives and education. As a law enforcement officer for almost three decades, I have seen the often disastrous results when fathers are absent and male mentors are not present in the lives of their children. This book should be included as required reading for all primary school educators and anyone, including law enforcement, who work with children in both recreational and educational arenas. I hope this work inspires men to stand in the gap as mentors where fathers are absent.”
“The Dad Difference urges schools to critically evaluate how their systems influence father engagement, either restricting or enabling its full potential. Dr. Deborah Higdon and Dr. Chacko Abraham advance beyond symbolic involvement by offering research-based, practical strategies that immediately strengthen partnerships. This book provides leaders, educators, and families with tools to foster more accountable and inclusive school cultures, thereby enhancing student outcomes and addressing intergenerational patterns in the present.”
“The Dad Difference is a timely book that reminds us that a father’s presence is necessary and can be transformational in shaping the lives of children. This book offers research and real-life examples of the positive effects that engaged fathers have not only on their own children but also on the greater community.”
“The Dad Difference is the right book at the right time! It comes at a time when men's roles are being rethought and students’ mental health is in crisis. The authors are both seasoned educators and bring their personal and professional experiences to bear in practical ways. They cite pertinent research, include dad interviews, and provide valuable tools to enable educators to actively invite dads and father figures into their students' in-school lives for the good of students, educators, dads, and the entire family.”
“Drs. Abraham and Higdon beautifully capture what so many families experience but may not always put into words—that a father’s encouragement, involvement, and steady presence can shape not only academic success but also confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Blending insight with real understanding, The Dad Difference offers inspiration and practical encouragement for educators and holds great promise for both fathers and the children whose futures are strengthened when fathers fully engage.”
“Everyone has a father, but not everyone has a dad. This inspirational “manual” is easy to digest and profoundly delves into the need for fathers to be engaged in their children’s lives and education. As a law enforcement officer for almost three decades, I have seen the often disastrous results when fathers are absent and male mentors are not present in the lives of their children. This book should be included as required reading for all primary school educators and anyone, including law enforcement, who work with children in both recreational and educational arenas. I hope this work inspires men to stand in the gap as mentors where fathers are absent.”
“The Dad Difference urges schools to critically evaluate how their systems influence father engagement, either restricting or enabling its full potential. Dr. Deborah Higdon and Dr. Chacko Abraham advance beyond symbolic involvement by offering research-based, practical strategies that immediately strengthen partnerships. This book provides leaders, educators, and families with tools to foster more accountable and inclusive school cultures, thereby enhancing student outcomes and addressing intergenerational patterns in the present.”
“The Dad Difference is a timely book that reminds us that a father’s presence is necessary and can be transformational in shaping the lives of children. This book offers research and real-life examples of the positive effects that engaged fathers have not only on their own children but also on the greater community.”
“The Dad Difference is the right book at the right time! It comes at a time when men's roles are being rethought and students’ mental health is in crisis. The authors are both seasoned educators and bring their personal and professional experiences to bear in practical ways. They cite pertinent research, include dad interviews, and provide valuable tools to enable educators to actively invite dads and father figures into their students' in-school lives for the good of students, educators, dads, and the entire family.”