Families who loved Can We Help? Kids Volunteering to Help Their Communities by George Ancona often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child expresses a desire to help others but is unsure where to start, or if they seem disconnected from the world around them. It is a perfect choice for encouraging agency and a sense of belonging in children who are transitioning into the big kid phase of life and want to feel like they have an important role to play. Through vivid photography, the book captures real children engaging in meaningful acts of service like tending urban gardens, training service dogs, and mentoring younger peers. It focuses on the themes of empathy and responsibility, showing that community service is not just for adults. At 48 pages, it is approachable for elementary schoolers and serves as an inspiring catalyst for families to discuss how they might give back together.
