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Gratitude & Appreciation

Gratitude & Appreciation Books for Kids | Wonderlit

2,161 books about gratitude & appreciation

0–3 yrs690 books

4–7 yrs1253 books

8–11 yrs165 books

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of The Tree and Me

The Tree and Me

For the child feeling frustrated by physical limitations or a slow recovery, this story celebrates the quiet magic found

Cover of World of Wonders: Geographic Travels in Verse and Rhyme, A

World of Wonders: Geographic Travels in Verse and Rhyme, A

J. Patrick Lewis

Travel through the diverse history and landmarks of the United Kingdom, from industrial inventions to the famous poets a

Cover of Dancers in the Garden

Dancers in the Garden

For the curious child who loves to pause and watch the small wonders of nature, this book captures the magic of a hummin

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12–18 yrs

8 books

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One Whole Day

Wild Ponies

Jim Arnosky

Wild ponies romp through the surf and graze on sea grass in this rhythmic, painted journey through a day in the life of

Ages 3–7

Cover of Watching Water Birds

Watching Water Birds

Watercolor and pencil sketches bring the habitats and daily habits of ducks, herons, and gulls into beautiful focus.

Cover of Gift of the Tree, The

Gift of the Tree, The

Vibrant paintings follow an ancient oak as it provides for forest animals in life and continues to nourish the earth eve

Cover of Puffin Keeper, The

Puffin Keeper, The

Michael Morpurgo

For the child seeking a sense of purpose and a connection to the wild, this story follows a boy's lifelong devotion to a

Cover of A Mind with Wings

A Mind with Wings

Gerald and Loretta Hausman

Horses have carried magical gifts and symbolic power through human myths, art, and folklore across every corner of the w

Cover of Leave Horatio Alone

Leave Horatio Alone

Horatio the cat just wants some peace and quiet, but his home is suddenly full of puppies, birds, and loud children, sen

Cover of Moonstick: The Seasons of the Sioux

Moonstick: The Seasons of the Sioux

For the child curious about the rhythms of the natural world and the way different cultures honor the passing of time th

Cover of Nature in the Neighborhood

Nature in the Neighborhood

Gordon Morrison

For the curious child who wonders about the hidden worlds in their own backyard, this guide reveals the amazing plants a

Cover of Mr. Carey's Garden

Mr. Carey's Garden

Neighbors want the snails gone, but Mr. Carey sees his garden differently; one moonlit night, his eccentric vision revea

Cover of The Thing about Bees

The Thing about Bees

For the child who loves summer picnics but runs away at the first buzz, this tender story helps reframe a common fear in

Cover of Town & Country

Alice Provensen, Martin Provensen

For the curious child marveling at the world's variety, this classic explores the contrasting rhythms of bustling city s

Cover of At This Very Moment

At This Very Moment

While you eat breakfast or play in the yard, mountain sheep are trekking and puffins are diving in the secret, simultane

Cover of Salmon Stream

Sharing Nature with Children

Carol Reed-Jones

Pacific salmon face incredible dangers during their life cycle, highlighting the delicate connections between all living

Cover of Desert Trip

Barbara A. Steiner

For the child preparing for their first outdoor adventure, this story celebrates the bond between mother and daughter wh

Cover of Under the Wild Western Sky

Under the Wild Western Sky

Bison, rattlesnakes, and prairie dogs roam through these vivid acrylic paintings and sketches of the diverse habitats fo

Cover of Planting the Wild Garden

Planting the Wild Garden

Kathryn O. Galbraith

Wind, water, and wandering animals act as silent gardeners in this look at how a wild meadow grows through the natural t

Cover of The Water Lady: How Darlene Arviso Helps a Thirsty Navajo Nation

The Water Lady: How Darlene Arviso Helps a Thirsty Navajo Nation

Alice B. McGinty

For children learning about resource scarcity and community heroes. This lyrical story highlights the vital importance o

Cover of Grassroots: Poems by Carl Sandburg

Grassroots: Poems by Carl Sandburg

Sweeping prairie landscapes and quiet moments of nature come to life through the rhythmic words of a premier American po

Cover of Patience, Miyuki

Patience, Miyuki

Roxane Marie Galliez

Miyuki is desperate for her sleepy flower to bloom on the first day of spring, but her grandfather shows her that some t

Cover of A Labor Day Hooray

A Labor Day Hooray

A friendly puppy leads the way through a celebration of hard work to show exactly why we have a special holiday every Se

Cover of Father Who Had 10 Children, The

Father Who Had 10 Children, The

Bénédicte Guettier

For parents feeling the weight of a busy household, this whimsical story celebrates the chaos of family life and the qui