Curious George Says Thank You

Reach for this book when you want to introduce the social habit of gratitude or when your child is ready to transition from verbal thanks to the written word. It is a perfect tool for moving beyond polite manners into the actual joy of making others feel appreciated. The story follows George as he receives a thank-you note and decides to create cards for everyone who helps him, including the local librarian, the baker, and his neighbor. While George is motivated by kindness, his impulsive nature leads to a few messy mishaps involving glitter and paint. This makes the book particularly effective for preschoolers and early elementary students (ages 3 to 7) because it validates that being 'helpful' is a learned skill that sometimes requires cleaning up. Parents will appreciate how it models intentionality and the ripple effect of kindness in a community setting.