4 Great Kids Books Celebrating Gratitude

Gratitude builds optimism and allows children to appreciate what they have and what others do for them. These four books focus on reasons to be grateful....

Otis Gives Thanks by Loren Long. Otis the tractor is full of gratitude for his farm and his friends. This book is a great introduction to a beloved series. Recommended for infants.

Sallie Bee Writes a Thank You Note by Susan Verde. Sallie writes her grandma a handwritten letter, and she learns to celebrate kindness. The book includes tips for writing a perfect thank you note. Recommended for toddlers.

The Best Kind of Mooncake by Pearl AuYeung. Set in the alley of Tai Yuen Street, a young girl must decide if she should share her special treat, a mooncake, with a stranger. Recommended for elementary schoolers.

Gratitude Journal for Teens by Scarlet Paolicchi. Help adolescents boost their gratitude and wellbeing through journal prompts designed to gain new perspectives. Recommended for tweens.