What does Bud compare his idea that Herman Calloway is his father to in Bud Not Buddy?

Answer 1

Because he found a picture of a band that his mom found on the street pole and she cryed and staredu at it so he thought that was his father .....hope i helped! :)

Answer 2

Bud compares his idea that Herman Calloway is his father to a piece of string found in the street. He sees it as a small glimmer of hope that could potentially lead to a big discovery about his identity.