What to Write in a Father's Day Card from Kids

Whether the kids are little scribblers or full-blown chatterboxes, Father’s Day is a great time to help them express how much they love Dad. These message ideas are fun, heartfelt, and easy to read aloud—or write with a bit of help!

Sweet & Sentimental

These gentle and loving lines help capture how kids see their dad—as fun, comforting, and always there when it counts. Perfect for younger children who want to show just how special Dad is with warmth and affection.

• We love you so much, Daddy! You make every day fun.
• You're the best at hugs, bedtime stories, and fixing stuff.
• Thank you for loving us big, even when we’re loud.

Funny, Jokes, Playful or Happy

If your little ones are bursting with energy and love a good giggle, these playful messages will let their humour and creativity shine through on Dad’s special day.

• Happy Father’s Day! We promise not to fight... for one day.
• You make the best pancakes and the silliest faces.
• You're better than a superhero. Even better than Spider-Man.

Rude, Cheeky or Sarcastic

Kids say the funniest things—and sometimes the cheekiest! These lines are full of light sarcasm and humour that only kids can get away with, all wrapped in love.

• You always say no—but we still love you.
• Thanks for not turning into a grumpy bear when we wake you up early.
• We might drive you nuts, but you still feed us. That’s love.

Short & Simple

These simple, easy-to-remember messages are great for toddlers and younger kids who want to say something from the heart—short, sweet, and straight to the point.

• Love you, Daddy!
• You’re the best!
• Happy Father’s Day!

Personalised Message Ideas

These personalised messages give the kids a chance to reflect on fun moments with Dad—whether it's building forts, telling jokes, or being the human jungle gym. Perfect for showing how much he means in their everyday adventures.

• Remember when we built that fort? Best day ever.
• You tell the worst jokes, but we laugh anyway.
• Thanks for letting us climb on you like a jungle gym.

Optional Extras

Love Messages, Poems or Quotes:

• "Daddy, you’re our superhero in disguise."
• "We may be small, but our love is huge."
• "You’re the fun in our family."

Short Messages in Other Languages:

• French: Bonne Fête des Pères, Papa adoré !
• Spanish: ¡Feliz Día del Padre, Papá!
• Polish: Wszystkiego najlepszego z okazji Dnia Ojca, Tatusiu!

Need a fun card the kids can sign? Explore our family-friendly Father’s Day card collection.