Families who loved Max & Sophie's Thankful Adventure by Snuggle Critters Studio often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their child is going through a phase of irritability, focusing on what they lack rather than what they have, or when the family wants to establish a bedtime gratitude ritual. It provides a gentle framework for noticing the small, sensory joys that often go overlooked in a busy day. The story follows two animal friends, Max and Sophie, as they journey through their neighborhood and find reasons to be thankful in nature and their friendship. With its emphasis on appreciation and curiosity, this book is ideal for toddlers and preschoolers aged 2 to 6. It serves as an excellent tool for modeling positive behavior and normalizing the expression of warm feelings. Parents will appreciate how it turns abstract concepts like gratitude into concrete, relatable moments, making it a perfect wind-down read that provides comfort and emotional security before sleep.
