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Gobble Up a Good Book!

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Gobble up a good book! These eight books for kids focus on gathering and giving thanks. For more books like these, ask a librarian.

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At Our Table by Patrick Hulse

Celebrating sharing, community, family, food and respect for America’s first inhabitants, this lyrical, colorful book shows the countless ways we give to others on Thanksgiving, from preparing food to honoring farmers and Native communities to creating memories with those we love.

Book cover for "We Gather Together" with Thanksgiving-themed illustrations.

We Gather Together by Denise Kiernan

This eye-opening book tells the true story of how Thanksgiving became a national holiday in America by debunking myths, providing facts and discussing what gratitude means to society.

Illustration of a diverse family holding hands around a table with the text "Giving Thanks" above them.

Giving Thanks by Denise Kiernan

Offering a look at the timeless and global power of gratitude, this true story of how Thanksgiving became a national holiday in America shows how one woman, a spirited letter-writing campaign, a sympathetic president and a civil war made it happen.

Cover of a children's book titled "Pearl and Squirrel Give Thanks," featuring a white dog and an orange squirrel.

Pearl and Squirrel Give Thanks by Cassie Ehrenberg

Living on the streets of a big city, Pearl the dog and her best friend, Squirrel, seek adventures while reflecting on the games and naps they share and agreeing that they are most thankful for their friendship and new family.

Cover of "I Am Thankful" showing two children hugging, surrounded by autumn leaves and food.

I Am Thankful by Wall, Sheri

Thanksgiving is a time to come together with our loved ones and give thanks for all that we have. Kids will learn how to be thankful for the people and world around them as they delight in an exciting Thanksgiving adventures.

Intricate floral design with "Giving Thanks" text, illustrated by Katherine Paterson and Pamela Dalton.

Giving Thanks by Katherine Paterson

The two-time Newbery Medal-winning author of Jacob Have I Loved and a master scherenschnitte paper-cutting artist present an intricately illustrated collection of gratitude-themed poems, prayers and praise songs from a wide range of cultures and religions.

Colorful crayons holding pumpkins with autumn leaves, titled "The Crayons Give Thanks" by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers.

The Crayons Give Thanks by Drew Daywalt

This laugh-out-loud story starring the Crayons shows readers there are so many things to be thankful for, everywhere we look.

Cover of "We Give Thanks" featuring animals carrying food and playing in a colorful landscape.

We Give Thanks by Cynthia Rylant

Two friends cook up a plan to show everyone their gratitude, in this playfully illustrated story with themes of thankfulness and inclusion that are perfect for Thanksgiving—or for any day of the year!

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