Caillou loves to hear Daddy tell stories of his birth and to look at baby pictures of himself. But Caillou is growing up, he wants to dress like Daddy and carry a briefcase like Daddy. When Grandpa comes to visit, Caillou understands that he comes from a long line of fathers and that one day he will also grow up to become a Daddy CAILLOU'S ESSENTIALS is a collection of books about Caillou growing up. It depicts the developmental milestones, both the small and the significant, of toddlers striving to become self-confident and independent. The stories present a range of childhood experiences, such as potty training, brushing your teeth, trying new foods and learning to share.