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The Best Thanksgiving Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about thanksgiving? 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 Night Before Christmas
The Thank You Book
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Thanksgiving

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8

The Night Before Christmas

By Clement C. Moore, Loren Long (Illustrator)

A household rests quietly on Christmas Eve until a lively visitor arrives with a sleigh, reindeer, and a mission to deliver toys.

40 pages· 540 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 128,897 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Balloons Over Broadway

Discover the story behind the iconic Macy's Parade balloons.

40 pages· 1,258 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 13,459 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 1983

Molly's Pilgrim

An immigrant girl finds her place in America through a unique Thanksgiving project.

30 pages· 1,972 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,307 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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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 3–7 · 2011

The Berenstain Bears and the Nutcracker

By Jan Berenstain (Author/Illustrator), Mike Berenstain (Author/Illustrator) · The Berenstain Bears series

The Berenstain Bears discover magic in a nutcracker gift.

32 pages· 949 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 245 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

Over the River & Through the Wood

By Linda Ashman, Kim Smith (Illustrator)

A family races against time and obstacles to reach Grandma's holiday gathering. Will they make it in time with their pies?

32 pages· 466 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 307 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2012

Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten

By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) · Book #28 in the Junie B. Jones series

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

144 pages· 12,598 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,657 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018

Thank You, Omu!

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

Ezra Jack Keats Award (2019)Caldecott Medal (2019)Coretta Scott King Award (2019)
36 pages· 918 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 4,732 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2002

Thank You, Sarah

A determined editor fights to make Thanksgiving a national holiday against all odds.

40 pages· 791 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,155 ratings
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Thanksgiving Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

Feast for 10

Ages 1–4 · 1993

Join a family as they shop, cook, and feast together, counting from one to ten.

Happy Thanksgiving, Curious George

Ages 0–3 · 2010

A monkey named George celebrates Thanksgiving with his friends and family.

Five Silly Turkeys

Ages 0–5 · 2005

Count silly turkeys on wild adventures in this fun Thanksgiving tale.

Otis Gives Thanks

Ages 0–3 · 2017

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

I Love Fall!

Ages 2–4 · 2009

Explore fall's textures in a touch-and-feel adventure.

Biscuit's Pet & Play Christmas

Ages 0–4 · 2006

Join a playful puppy exploring Christmas textures.

Corduroy's Thanksgiving

Ages 0–3 · 2006

Corduroy hosts a Thanksgiving dinner, sharing gratitude with friends.

The First Thanksgiving

Ages 2–4 · 2010

Discover the first Thanksgiving's secrets in a playful lift-the-flap adventure.

Look and Be Grateful

Ages 0–3 · 2015

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

You Are My Little Pumpkin Pie

Ages 2–4 · 2013

A sweet tribute to babies, evoking warmth and love.

Happy Thanksgiving

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Discover Thanksgiving's essence through food, family, and traditions.

My First Thanksgiving

Ages 3–5 · 1992

Discover the joy and traditions of a beloved holiday.

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Thanksgiving Picture Books

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

The Berenstain Bears Give Thanks
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The Berenstain Bears Give Thanks

Ages 4–8 · 2009

Will Sister Bear's pet turkey become Thanksgiving dinner?

The Warm Hearted Snowman

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A snowman guards a village, revealing the magic of giving at Christmas.

Thankful

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A girl creates a Thankful Chain, celebrating life's small joys as winter's first snow falls.

Keepunumuk

Ages 3–7 · 2022

Discover the untold story of the first Thanksgiving through the eyes of the Wampanoag tribe.

Porcupine's Pie
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Porcupine's Pie

Ages 4–8 · 2018

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

Bear Says Thanks

Ages 4–8 · 2012

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

Trip to the Pumpkin Farm

Ages 5–7 · 2019

A young owl helps her friends and family prepare for Falling Leaves Day, a holiday that celebrates the first day of autumn, and learns the value of sharing and kindness along the way.

Cranberry Thanksgiving

Ages 5–8 · 1971

A secret recipe, an unexpected guest, and a Thanksgiving dinner with a twist. Can trust be found at the table?

Thanku

Ages 6–10 · 2019

Discover gratitude through diverse poetic forms celebrating everyday wonders.

Pumpkin Day at the Zoo

Ages 4–8 · 2023

Zoo animals feast and play with donated pumpkins, celebrating fall's bounty.

The Pumpkin Patch Parable
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The Pumpkin Patch Parable

Ages 2–5 · 1995

A farmer transforms a pumpkin into a beacon of joy, revealing God's renewing love.

Taylor the Tooting Turkey
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Taylor the Tooting Turkey

Ages 5–8 · 2020

A turkey's gas problem leads to hilarious adventures and laughter for all ages.

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Thanksgiving Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about thanksgiving for developing and independent readers.

Mocha
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Mocha

Ages 7–10 · 2012

A family's Thanksgiving plans are disrupted by a power outage and a mysterious puppy.

The Mayflower

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Uncover the hidden truths behind the Mayflower and the first Thanksgiving.

Happy Howlidays

Ages 7–9 · 2019

A dog named Junior navigates the holiday season with his human family.

Mayflower Treasure Hunt

Ages 7–9 · 2007

A lost sapphire necklace from the Mayflower sparks a thrilling treasure hunt.

A Time to Keep

Ages 5–8 · 1977

Celebrate timeless holidays with family traditions and cherished memories throughout the year.

Turkey Trouble on the National Mall
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Turkey Trouble on the National Mall

Ages 7–9 · 2012

Who stole 117 turkeys before Thanksgiving? KC and Marshall must solve the mystery.

I Am Thankful
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I Am Thankful

Ages 3–5 · 2020

Three families celebrate Thanksgiving, sharing traditions and gratitude.

Dr. Carbles Is Losing His Marbles!

Ages 6–10 · 2007

A student tries to navigate a chaotic school year with a new principal who is determined to impose strict discipline and order.

Little Book of Kindness

Ages 4–7 · 2020

Small acts of kindness ripple through lives, sparking change and connection.

Dash

Ages 8–11 · 2014

A young dog named Dash travels with his master and other English colonists to the New World, where they establish the Plymouth Colony and interact with the local Wampanoag tribe.

All-of-a-Kind Family Downtown

Ages 8–11 · 1972

Five sisters face new adventures and challenges in a vibrant family tale.

Judy Moody & Stink: The Wishbone Wish

Ages 6–9 · 2015

Can Judy and Stink win the Turkey Trot, or will Thanksgiving be a bust?

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