Books About Attitude · 91 titles considered

The Best Attitude Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about attitude? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Wonder
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Attitude

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Wonder

By R. J. Palacio, R. J. Palacio · Book #1 in the Wonder series

A boy with a unique face faces school for the first time, seeking acceptance.

316 pages· 73,102 words· Est. 10 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,218,556 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

The Secret Garden

A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.

352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings
Graphic Nov.
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2019

Hello, Crabby!

By Jonathan Fenske · Book #1 in the Crabby series

A crab's day at the beach is filled with interactions with other sea creatures.

48 pages· 724 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 499 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1913

Pollyanna

By Eleanor H. Porter, Eleanor H. Porter (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Pollyanna series

Can Pollyanna's optimism survive when tragedy strikes and hope fades?

208 pages· 55,325 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 92,660 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 1903

Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm

A spirited girl transforms her strict aunts' lives in rural Maine.

340 pages· 72,541 words· Est. 9.5 hour read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 36,226 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009

A Happy Day

Discover why life is so joyful for one little girl.

25 pages· 427 words· Est. 8 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 80 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2008

The Pout-Pout Fish

A grumpy fish lives in the ocean and spreads dreary feelings to those around him, until he meets a friendly fish who changes his life.

32 pages· 467 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 17,923 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Bernice Gets Carried Away

A grumpy cat's bad day turns into an unexpected adventure with balloons and new friends.

32 pages· 315 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 684 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2007

Be Happy!

Discover the secrets to happiness and embrace your best self.

38 pages
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 458 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Augustus and His Smile

A tiger embarks on a journey to rediscover his lost smile.

32 pages· 224 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 756 ratings
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Attitude Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about attitude for the youngest readers and listeners.

Olivia

Ages 2–5 · 2000

A lively pig's day of adventures ends with a well-earned rest.

What's Wrong, Little Pookie?

Ages 1–5 · 2007

Pookie's mom tries to uncover why Pookie is upset.

Rain!

Ages 0–3 · 2013

A boy's joy clashes with a man's gloom on a rainy day. Can happiness prevail?

The Little Engine That Could

Ages 0–3 · 1930

A little engine faces a daunting mountain with determination and grit.

What Makes Us Happy?

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Join three friends as they find joy in life's simple moments.

If You're Happy and You Know It

Ages 0–2 · 2001

Sing and play with your baby through classic nursery rhymes.

I'm Grumpy

Ages 0–3 · 2016

A grumpy cloud learns the impact of emotions on friends.

My Heart Fills with Happiness

Ages 0–3 · 2016

Discover the simple joys that fill your heart with happiness.

Joy
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Joy

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Discover daily joy through playful moments and mindful experiences.

Happy!

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Discover joy through vibrant photos of children celebrating happiness.

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Attitude Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about attitude for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Maisy's Field Day

Ages 2–5 · 2016

Join a day of fun races where winning isn't the goal.

The Breaking News

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A girl seeks to uplift her community with small acts of kindness amid unsettling news.

How to Cheer Up Dad
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How to Cheer Up Dad

Ages 3–5 · 2014

Little Jumbo tries to cheer up his dad after a series of mishaps. Can he succeed?

Milton & Odie

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Two otters, one optimistic, one pessimistic, discover friendship while ice fishing.

Joy

Ages 3–6 · 2018

Fern seeks to capture joy to restore her grandmother's happiness.

How Full Is Your Bucket? For Kids

Ages 3–8 · 2009

A boy discovers how kindness fills invisible buckets, changing his day.

Positive Ninja
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Positive Ninja

Ages 4–11 · 2019

A ninja battles negativity in a quest for mindfulness.

Last Stop on Market Street

Ages 3–5 · 2015

A young boy spends the day with his grandmother, exploring their neighborhood and learning about the beauty in unexpected places.

Miles of Smiles

Ages 3–7 · 2016

A baby's smile travels, spreading joy and uniting a community.

Have You Filled a Bucket Today?

Ages 4–9 · 2006

A story about the importance of kindness and how it affects others.

Bruce's Big Fun Day

Ages 3–5 · 2019

A bear who doesn't like anything tries to find happiness with the help of a mouse

A Perfect Day
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A Perfect Day

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A seagull and a crab discover the true meaning of perfection through unexpected friendship.

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Attitude Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about attitude for developing and independent readers.

The Best Bear in All the World

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Join Pooh and friends on new seasonal adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood.

The Sandman and the War of Dreams

Ages 7–11 · 2013

A missing girl and a vanished foe challenge the Guardians to recruit a sleepy legend for help.

Stand Up, Yumi Chung!

Ages 9–12 · 2020

A mistaken identity at comedy camp forces a shy girl to choose between truth and her dreams.

Friendship Troubles

Ages 9–12 · 2003

Navigate friendship dilemmas with practical tips and real stories.

Snow Lane

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A young girl uncovers a dark family secret while battling dyslexia.

My Life in Smiley

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Max navigates middle school chaos with humor and smileys.

Pasture Bedtime

Ages 7–9 · 2021

A quiet boy's orderly life is upended by a lively newcomer and a mysterious illness on the farm.

Winners Don't Whine and Whiners Don't Win!

Ages 7–11 · 2016

A boy learns that losing can make him stronger.

Absolutely, Positively Natty
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Absolutely, Positively Natty

Ages 8–12 · 2023

Can Natty's pep squad spread cheer when her own positivity fades?

The Unlucky Kid

Ages 6–9 · 2024

A boy's misadventures turn chaos into comedy. Will luck ever be on his side?

Annie

Ages 10–13 · 1979

An orphan's journey from hardship to hope during the Great Depression.

Better Together! (We Are the Smurfs Book 2): Better Together!

Ages 6–9 · 2022

Join the Smurfs on new adventures as they outsmart Gargamel and learn valuable lessons.

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