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• Gratitude Girl

  Samatte, Sandra

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  Joyful illustrations accompany Dancing Butterfly Girl’s reflections on the things she is thankful for, both from Indigenous cultures and from the natural world. If you were to make a book of the things you are thankful for, what would it include?

• Memory Jars

  Brosgol, Vera

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  Freda wants to keep things just the way they are, and her Gran’s canning jars magically do just that – popsicles, rainbows, her best friend Jack... the jars will store them safely, forever. But in trying to keep everything safe and the same, Freda…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Candy Dish

  Yamada, Kobi

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  A magical candy dish appears on a young girl’s birthday with a single candy inside – eating it is such an amazing experience that she, understandably, wants more! A lovely story about appreciation and savoring an experience instead of being…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The 12 Days of Thanksgiving

  Lettice, Jenna

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  A twist on a classic with something to be grateful for every day, thanksgiving style!

• Keepunumuk

  Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story

  Greendeer, Danielle

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  A beautifully illustrated story of the first thanksgiving from an Indigenous perspective.

• Gifts From the Garbage Truck

  a True Story About the Things We (don't) Throw Away

  Larsen, Andrew, 1960-

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  Nelson Molina can find the beautiful in the rejected, and find gifts where others see trash. As a former garbage collector for New York City, he would rescue and fix things that had been thrown away, always thinking – who would enjoy this? How can I…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Duck and Hippo Give Thanks

  London, Jonathan, 1947-

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  A fun and silly thanksgiving story about challenging traditions, friends, and what is most important.

• Thankful

  Vickers, Elaine

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  A beautifully written chain of thankfulness with unique paper cutout illustrations.

• A Kids Book About Gratitude

  Kenyon, Ben

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  This non-fiction title is part of the “This is a Book About” series meant to encourage discussion with kids about important topics. Gratitude – does it really matter? NBA coach Ben Kenyon argues that it does, as what you focus on and make a big…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• If You're Thankful and You Know It

  Bozik, Chrissy

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  Sing along to a familiar tune as a crisp autumn day unfolds, turning everyday fall moments into a reason to celebrate. A playful, interactive story about finding joy in simple daily rhythms.

• Grumpy or Grateful

  Kids Learning About Gratitude

  Sornson, Robert

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  A simple trip to the grandparents' farm brings an unexpected daily choice between a sour mood and a bright perspective. Watch how a shift in focus helps two cousins discover that finding the silver lining can completely change your day.

• Thank You, Teacher!

  Kelkar, Supriya, 1980-

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  From everyday classroom chaos to unforgettable adventures, this book celebrates the special heroes who make school fun. A heartwarming tribute showing just how much educators shape a child's world.

• At Our Table

  Hulse, Patrick

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  A colorful, cozy celebration of family traditions and shared meals brought to life through vibrant artwork. A visual feast about the enduring power of togetherness.

• The Thank You Book

  Ray, Mary Lyn

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  Gratitude is about much more than just good manners. Discover how noticing small, everyday wonders can turn a simple thank you into a feeling of genuine joy.

• Our Table

  Reynolds, Peter H. (Peter Hamilton), 1961-

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  A heartwarming story about family, traditions, and connection. This gentle tale offers a touching exploration of the magic of bringing loved ones back together when they drift apart.

• Gracie Feeds the Birds

  Yolen, Jane

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  Combining a crisp autumn afternoon, hungry neighborhood birds, and a quiet lesson in appreciation, this is a gentle story about finding joy in nature no matter how unpredictable life gets.

• I Am Thankful

  Capozzi, Suzy

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  A warm family holiday full of fun and togetherness inspires a young child to appreciate the little things. A gentle, cozy read about gratitude.

• Dave Pigeon (turkey Dinner!)

  Dave Pigeon's Book on How to Survive Dinner

  Haddow, Swapna

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  Two feathered masterminds launch a wild, high-stakes rescue mission to save a festive feast from a plastic-wrapped bird and a rogue nut-roast revolution.

• Tana Cooks to Say Thanks

  Wells, Stacy

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  With key staff missing in action, Tana has to think on her feet to keep her gratitude mission alive in this cozy tale packed with quick thinking and great recipes.

• Feeding Friends

  Stewart, Christopher (Christopher Antoine)

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  A single act of kindness sparks a school-wide food drive and garden. An inspiring story about the power of sharing and community.