Books
Collections
Articles

wonderlit

The right book for right now.

Books
Collections
Articles
About
Terms
Privacy

© 2026 wonderlit · Support indie bookstores

As an affiliate, Wonderlit earns from qualifying purchases through Bookshop.org and Amazon.

Can’t find a book? Let us know – we’re always adding new titles.

Gratitude & Appreciation Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

Browse → Themes → Gratitude & Appreciation

Gratitude & Appreciation

78 books about gratitude & appreciation

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Chapter Books Middle Grade Graphic Novels

Cover of Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

Jonathan London, Joseph Bruchac

For the child who feels a deep connection to the outdoors and is curious about how different cultures honor the changing

Cover of The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish

The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish

Neil Gaiman

For the child who wonders if things would be easier with a different family member, this surreal adventure explores the

Ages 5–10

Cover of Paddy O'Furniture and the Great Holiday Swap

Paddy O'Furniture and the Great Holiday Swap

For the child who compares their life to others and feels like they are missing out on the 'cool' stuff.

Cover of Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit

Spiritual Biographies for Young People

Black Elk: Native American Man of Spirit

For the child curious about the spirit of the natural world and the wisdom of indigenous cultures. Explore the life and

Cover of Rain School

For the child learning about the value of education and hard work, even when things don't last. A moving look at how com

Cover of Woods Scientist, The

Woods Scientist, The

Stephen R. Swinburne

For the nature-loving child who wants to understand the secrets of the forest. This book introduces a real-life scientis

Cover of The Princess and the Christmas Gift

The Princess and the Christmas Gift

For the child adjusting to new family dynamics and the true meaning of generosity during the holiday season.

Cover of The Gifts of Wali Dad

The Gifts of Wali Dad

For the child learning to find joy in what they already have, rather than chasing more. A humble grass-cutter discovers

Cover of John Muir: America's Naturalist

John Muir: America's Naturalist

For the child who feels most at home among the trees and wonders how one person can protect the great outdoors for every

Cover of Boxes for Katje

Boxes for Katje

Candace Fleming

For the child learning how small acts of kindness can bridge worlds and how communities can care for one another during

Cover of Under the Weather

The Adventures of Sophie Mouse #20

Under the Weather

For the child feeling lonely or bored while stuck in bed with a cold, this story offers comfort and highlights the joy o

Cover of Keepers of the Earth

Keepers of the Earth #1

Keepers of the Earth

Michael J. Caduto, Joseph Bruchac

For the child who asks how the world began and how to protect it, this collection merges Indigenous wisdom with hands-on

Cover of Mississippi

For the curious child who marvels at the natural world, this rhythmic exploration follows the mighty Mississippi River t

Cover of Squirrel and John Muir

Squirrel and John Muir

Emily Arnold McCully

For the spirited child who finds more magic in the woods than in a classroom, this story celebrates finding a mentor who

Cover of Passing the Music Down

Passing the Music Down

For the child discovering a new passion and the beauty of intergenerational friendship. A moving tribute to keeping trad

Cover of Seeing Earth from Space

Seeing Earth from Space

Patricia Lauber

For the child captivated by the night sky, this book offers a breathtaking look at our home planet through the eyes of a

Cover of Kristy and the Mother's Day Surprise

The Baby-Sitters Club #24

Kristy and the Mother's Day Surprise

For the child navigating a blended family who feels torn between honoring a stepfather and longing for a connection with

Cover of My First Book about Backyard Nature

My First Book About

My First Book about Backyard Nature

Donald M. Silver

For the curious explorer who wants to understand the hidden world right outside their door. This coloring book makes bac

Cover of Ocean Anatomy

Julia Rothman Anatomy #4

Julia Rothman, John Niekrasz

For the curious child who marvels at the shoreline and wonders what lies in the deep blue. This visually stunning guide

Cover of Pilgrims

Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #13

Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce

For the curious student who wants to separate fact from fiction after reading Magic Tree House #27. Explore the real voy

Cover of The Power of the Nile

The Power of the Nile

For the young explorer marveling at how a single river could build an empire. This colorful guide introduces the geograp

Cover of The Keeping Quilt

The Keeping Quilt

Patricia Polacco

For the family looking to connect their children with their roots and explain how traditions bridge the gap between wher

Cover of Tree Is Growing, A

Tree Is Growing, A

For the child who loves to ask how the world works. Explore the hidden life of trees, from deep roots to changing leaves

Cover of A Book for Boys and Girls

A Book for Boys and Girls

For the family exploring the history of storytelling or seeking classic moral lessons through poetic observations of nat

1 2 3 4