Books About Gratitude · 183 titles considered

The Best Gratitude Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about gratitude? 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 Thank You Book
Rechenka's Eggs
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016

The Thank You Book

By Mo Willems · Book #25 in the Elephant and Piggie series

Piggie wants to thank everyone, but Gerald fears someone important will be forgotten.

64 pages· 335 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,851 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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Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2019

You Are My Happy

By Hoda Kotb, Suzie Mason (Illustrator)

A bedtime tale of gratitude and joy shared between a mother bear and her cub.

34 pages
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 808 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2019

When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree

A birthday lemon tree gift leads to unexpected discoveries.

32 pages· 373 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,565 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 1988

What a Wonderful World

Discover a timeless message of hope through vibrant illustrations.

28 pages· 117 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,051 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1988

Rechenka's Eggs

An unexpected miracle follows a goose's accident, transforming a festival preparation into a tale of wonder.

32 pages· 845 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,713 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–6 · 2012

The Monsters' Monster

Three little monsters meet a bigger one and learn the power of gratitude.

40 pages· 643 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,442 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

If I Had a Little Dream

By Nina Laden, Melissa Castrillon (Illustrator)

A child discovers joy and beauty in everyday life, realizing the world's wonders.

32 pages· 316 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 903 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2022

The Thank You Book

By Danna Smith, Juliana Perdomo (Illustrator)

Discover the power of gratitude, from small gestures to big impacts.

24 pages
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 120 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016

The Best Birthday Present Ever!

Can a simple stick be the perfect gift for a bear with everything?

32 pages· 550 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 58 ratings
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Gratitude Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

Tiny Blessings for Giving Thanks

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Teach little ones gratitude for life's everyday wonders.

I'm Thankful Each Day!

Ages 2–4 · 1981

Discover daily gratitude through nature's wonders and family love.

May We Have Enough to Share

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover gratitude through nature, family, and endless love.

Ramadan

Ages 2–4 · 2018

Discover Ramadan's traditions and the spirit of reflection and gratitude.

Otis Gives Thanks

Ages 0–3 · 2017

A tractor finds joy and gratitude in everyday farm life and love.

Tiny Blessings for All Seasons
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Tiny Blessings for All Seasons

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Discover the joy of gratitude through every season with your little one.

My Heart Fills with Happiness

Ages 0–3 · 2016

Discover the simple joys that fill your heart with happiness.

Look and Be Grateful

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Discover the beauty in everyday moments through a child's eyes, embracing gratitude and mindfulness.

My First Thanksgiving

Ages 3–5 · 1992

Discover the joy and traditions of a beloved holiday.

Tiny Blessings for Mealtime
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Tiny Blessings for Mealtime

Ages 0–3 · 2016

Celebrate the blessings of food and togetherness with gratitude.

Big Berry

Ages 2–4 · 2016

Can Bink learn to be content with what she has in Happyland?

Ladybug Girl Gives Thanks
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Ladybug Girl Gives Thanks

Ages 0–3 · 2016

Discover what Ladybug Girl is thankful for in this charming tale.

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Gratitude Picture Books

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

When Grandpa Gives You a Toolbox

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A boy's unexpected gift leads to a creative adventure with his grandpa.

The Water Lady

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A woman delivers vital water to Navajo families, transforming lives daily.

We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga

Ages 3–7 · 2018

Experience a year of Cherokee celebrations and gratitude through the seasons.

Three

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A three-legged dog seeks a place to call home.

Saturday
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Saturday

Ages 3–6 · 2019

A young girl spends a day with her mother, experiencing various disappointments but ultimately learning the value of time with loved ones.

Giving Thanks

Ages 5–11 · 1995

Discover a timeless tribute to Mother Earth's gifts and unity in nature's family.

The Candy Dish

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A child discovers a magical candy dish that challenges their perspective and gratitude.

Just So Thankful

Ages 4–8 · 2006

New kid has it all, but Little Critter discovers true wealth.

Thanku

Ages 6–10 · 2019

Discover gratitude through diverse poetic forms celebrating everyday wonders.

Thank You and Good Night

Ages 5–6 · 2015

Three friends at a pajama party discover the joy of gratitude before bedtime.

Being Thankful

Ages 3–6 · 2014

A young critter learns gratitude when he discovers the joy of thankfulness over envy.

Bear Says Thanks

Ages 4–8 · 2012

Bear plans a feast, but his cupboards are empty. How will he thank his friends?

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Gratitude Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about gratitude for developing and independent readers.

Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten

Ages 6–8 · 2012

A first-grade class creates a list of things they are thankful for, which leads to unexpected surprises and lessons about gratitude and friendship.

I Am Thankful
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I Am Thankful

Ages 3–5 · 2020

Three families celebrate Thanksgiving, sharing traditions and gratitude.

Persephone the Grateful
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Persephone the Grateful

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Persephone faces envy and chaos in a geo-dashing competition. Can she save her friends?

Giving Thanks
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Giving Thanks

Ages 8–12

Nickommoh!

Ages 6–9 · 1999

Experience a harvest celebration predating the Pilgrims' Thanksgiving, where gratitude and community thrive under the stars.

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