Books About Being Nice · 34 titles considered

The Best Being Nice Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about being nice? 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.

The Hundred Dresses
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Being Nice

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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 1944

The Hundred Dresses

By Eleanor Estes, Louis Slobodkin (Illustrator)

A girl claims to own a hundred dresses, but classmates' ridicule leads to regret and a vow for change.

Newbery Medal (1945)
80 pages· 7,306 words· Est. 57 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 42,736 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

Fish in a Tree

A girl hides her reading struggles until a teacher helps her embrace her unique mind.

288 pages· 48,663 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 87,403 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

The Storm Dragon

A young girl helps a baby dragon escape from the castle and return to its family, while also discovering a magical stone that allows her to communicate with magical creatures.

128 pages· 10,952 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 394 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1954

Horton Hears a Who!

An elephant discovers a tiny world of creatures living on a speck of dust and decides to protect them from harm.

64 pages· 2,018 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 114,979 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2018

Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse

By Marcy Campbell, Corinna Luyken (Illustrator)

A girl learns the truth about a classmate's horse.

34 pages· 644 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
6.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,228 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

To the Sea

A boy befriends a lost blue whale and embarks on a journey to return him home.

32 pages· 389 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 898 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2008

The Nice Book

Discover playful animals teaching kindness and manners in delightful ways.

32 pages
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 422 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon

A young girl navigates a new school and a classmate who constantly teases her.

32 pages· 439 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 15,300 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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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

The Storybook Knight

A knight is sent on a quest to tame a dragon, but instead of fighting, he uses his love of reading to solve problems and make friends.

32 pages· 683 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,187 ratings
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Being Nice Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Ages 2–6 · 2010

When Amos falls ill, his zoo friends bring the fun to him.

Baby Be Kind

Ages 0–3 · 2012

Discover simple acts of kindness that even a baby can do.

Hug Machine

Ages 2–4 · 2014

A hug for everyone, anytime. Can anyone resist the Hug Machine?

You're Here for a Reason
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You're Here for a Reason

Ages 0–5 · 2015

Discover why every life is essential in this heartwarming tale.

Oliver's Tree

Ages 3–5 · 2014

Can an elephant find the perfect tree for hide-and-seek?

How Kind!

Ages 2–5 · 2002

A gift sparks a chain of kindness across the farm.

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Being Nice Picture Books

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

Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch

Ages 3–7 · 1991

A mysterious package changes a lonely man's life forever.

We're All Wonders

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A child who feels like they don't fit in embarks on an imaginative journey to explore their identity.

How to Win Friends and Influence Creatures
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How to Win Friends and Influence Creatures

Ages 4–8 · 2009

Discover the secrets of friendship through whimsical animal antics and clever social tips.

Enemy Pie

Ages 5–8 · 2000

A boy's summer changes when he uses Enemy Pie to turn a foe into a friend.

The Rabbit Listened
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The Rabbit Listened

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A child tries to build something but it doesn't go as planned.

The Monster Who Lost His Mean

Ages 4–8 · 2012

A monster struggles with being nice in a world that expects him to be mean.

Be Kind

Ages 3–6 · 2018

A young girl tries to be kind to her classmate after she spills grape juice on her new dress.

The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade

Ages 3–5 · 2014

A small girl stands up to playground bullies, making a big impact.

The Invisible Boy

Ages 6–9 · 2013

A boy struggles to be noticed by his classmates and teacher until a new student befriends him.

Nerdy Birdy

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A lonely bird finds his flock and discovers true friendship.

A Hat for Mrs. Goldman
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A Hat for Mrs. Goldman

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Sophia must knit a perfect hat for Mrs. Goldman, but her efforts unravel. Can she find a creative solution?

Lily and Bear

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A girl's drawing of a bear magically comes to life, sparking a unique friendship.

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