The month of November brings a reminder to be grateful for all that we have. This list of new children’s books about gratitude and Thanksgiving introduces the concept of being grateful to little ones in fun and colorful ways. Kids will love these fun reminders to give thanks for all they have around them.

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Good Morning, World: I Love You So

Written by Olivia Herrick

This sweet board book uses a very simple rhyming text to offer thanks to the world and the simple things in it that we love and appreciate. From the sun in the sky to the foods we get to eat, the text is easy for young kids to understand, and reminds them of all the little things they can be grateful for.

Thankful Animals, Thankful Me

Written by Steve Metzger and illustrated by Angelina Ardinskaya

This adorable rhyming book shares what all kinds of animals may be thankful for. The rhyming text offers examples of things that animals of all shapes and sizes appreciate, while the colorful illustrations show the happy animals enjoying themselves. The end of the book asks the reader to consider what they are grateful for as well.

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The Thank You Book

Written by Danna Smith and illustrated by Juliana Perdomo

This sweet rhyming book explores the importance of offering thanks, and shares many ways we can show our gratitude. The rhyming text celebrates small acts of gratitude including hugs, salutes, and artwork, while the brightly colored illustrations show people of all ages and races sharing their thanks. This is a great way to teach kids about the ways they can share their gratitude with others.

Sallie Bee Writes a Thank-You Note

Written by Courtney Sheinmel and Susan Verde and illustrated by Heather Ross

In this cute story, a young girl receives a surprise package from her grandmother. She wants to share her gratitude, so she takes time to write a special thank you note. The next day, she wants to write another thank you note, so she finds another person to thank in her life. This exploration of how to write a proper thank you note is a fun way to teach kids an important skill, and the character’s desire to share gratitude to everyone in her life may just inspire young readers to do the same.

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Giving Thanks: How Thanksgiving Became a National Holiday

Written by Denise  Kiernan and illustrated by Jamey Christoph

This fascinating book introduces readers to Sarah Josepha Hale, the woman whose letter writing campaign gave us the national holiday of Thanksgiving that we now celebrate. The text includes lots of information about Sarah’s quest for a national day of Thanksgiving, and also shares how to say thank you in several languages. Kids will enjoy learning the history of this holiday, and the reminder of why we celebrate it.

What are your favorite new children’s books about gratitude and Thanksgiving? Share in the comments below!

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