Books About Generosity And Giving · 87 titles considered

The Best Generosity And Giving Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about generosity and giving? 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.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

What Is Given from the Heart

By Patricia C. McKissack, April Harrison (Illustrator)

A young boy helps his mother put together a care package for a family in need, and finds a way to give something special to a girl his age.

Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award (2020)
32 pages· 1,095 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,192 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2005

The 100th Customer

A restaurant's act of generosity transforms a simple meal into a heartwarming celebration.

32 pages· 661 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 45 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Extra Yarn

By Mac Barnett, Jon Klassen (Illustrator)

A magical yarn box transforms a town.

40 pages· 592 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 20,492 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2018

Goat's Coat

By Tom Percival, Christine Pym (Illustrator)

A goat must choose between his prized coat and helping those in need.

32 pages· 579 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 335 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

The Perfectly Perfect Wish

A girl discovers a magical wish and seeks the perfect selfless choice.

32 pages· 484 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 259 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2017

Tiny Blessings for Giving Thanks

Teach little ones gratitude for life's everyday wonders.

10 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.0/5 Goodreads · 1 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2013

Love Monster and the Perfect Present

A monster's quest for the perfect gift leads to an unexpected heartwarming surprise.

32 pages· 569 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 554 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2018

Bunny Built

A bunny's giant carrot leads to a lesson in sharing and friendship.

40 pages· 355 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 181 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

The Stick

A stick with words transforms a boy's life and dreams.

32 pages· 493 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 151 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1966

Santa Mouse

A lonely mouse's gift to Santa changes everything on Christmas Eve.

32 pages· 310 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,227 ratings
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Generosity And Giving Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

Money, Money, Honey Bunny!

Ages 2–5 · 2006

A bunny learns the balance of saving and spending money.

Baa, Baa, Black Sheep

Ages 0–5 · 2015

A sheep's generosity leaves her cold, but the community's warmth brings unexpected gifts.

Little Mole, Please Open the Door!

Ages 3–7 · 2009

Mole's warm home attracts forest creatures. Will she welcome them all, even the wolf?

The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving for Little Ones

Ages 0–5 · 2022

Discover the true joy of Christmas beyond gifts with Brother and Sister Bear.

First Words of Love

Ages 0–3 · 2021

Discover love's first words through rhymes and pictures.

The Not Very Merry Pout-Pout Fish

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Can Mr. Fish find the perfect gifts before time runs out?

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Generosity And Giving Picture Books

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

14 Cows for America

Ages 6–10 · 2007

A distant village offers an unexpected gift of hope to a grieving nation post-9/11.

Porcupine's Pie

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A missing ingredient leads to a new tradition of generosity and friendship.

A Birthday for Frances

Ages 4–8 · 1968

Frances struggles with jealousy and generosity as her sister's birthday nears.

Thank You, Omu!

Ages 4–7 · 2018

A woman shares her stew with various people from her neighborhood, who later return the favor.

The Pine Tree Parable

Ages 3–7 · 1997

A farmer learns the true meaning of Christmas from a child.

The Quiltmaker's Gift

Ages 4–8 · 1999

A king must give away everything to earn a quilt and discover true happiness.

Boxes for Katje

Ages 4–8 · 2003

A mysterious box from America sparks a life-changing exchange in post-war Holland.

Cranberry Christmas

Ages 5–8 · 1976

A skating pond dispute threatens Christmas joy. Can hidden secrets save the day?

Penny's Christmas Jar Miracle

Ages 4–8 · 2009

A family saves change all year to help a neighbor in need.

Malina's Jam

Ages 3–6 · 2024

A hedgehog discovers community warmth outshines her sweetest jam.

Princess Posey and the First Grade Ballet

Ages 5–8 · 2014

A classmate has no valentines. Can Posey find a way to help?

Paletero Man
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Paletero Man

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A young boy searches for his friend Paletero José to buy a cool treat on a hot day.

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Generosity And Giving Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about generosity and giving for developing and independent readers.

Paws for a Cause

Ages 5–7 · 2020

A young pug named Bub helps his owner Bella care for a lost kitten and then organizes a pet wash to raise money for the local animal shelter

Nickel Bay Nick
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Nickel Bay Nick

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A boy discovers a secret that could save his town, but first, he must become a spy.

Curveball

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A summer of baseball and choices tests Derek's idea of role models.

The Ogress and the Orphans

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A missing child, a mysterious Ogress, and a town's misplaced trust threaten to unravel Stone in the Glen.

Hooray for Anna Hibiscus!

Ages 6–9 · 2008

Anna navigates family chaos, city adventures, and unexpected lessons in modern Nigeria.

The Christmas Candle

Ages 6–9 · 1998

A mysterious candle reveals unexpected truths, transforming a young man's Christmas journey into a lesson on family and charity.

The Great Turkey Heist
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The Great Turkey Heist

Ages 8–12 · 2011

A missing turkey threatens Thanksgiving. Can the mystery be solved in time?

King Flashypants and the Evil Emperor

Ages 7–10 · 2016

A young king battles a villainous neighbor for his kingdom's survival.

Carmelo Anthony

Ages 8–11 · 2015

A basketball star excels on the court and transforms lives off it through philanthropy.

Curveball

Ages 8–12

Warren & Dragon Volcano Deluxe

Ages 5–8 · 2019

Warren's quest for a volcano toy turns into a lesson in generosity.

When the World Turned Upside Down

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Four friends face a world turned upside down by a virus, discovering the power of community and generosity amidst chaos.

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