Books for the Purposefull People Character Traits (Lakeshore): Gratitude

With 16 poems on thankfulness, students will learn how it feels to be thankful and how to express gratitude to others. This is a great reminder of how meaningful a simple “thank you” can be.

Prepare to find the secret to happiness in this classic by Douglas Wood. Oh, and don’t be surprised if you find it when and where you least expect it.

An office at night is reimagined as a fantastical kingdom of paper complete with friendly dragons in this beautiful and heartfelt story about finding the good in all circumstances.

This book celebrates the special bond between a curious young boy and his loving grandmother. Every Sunday after church, CJ and his grandma ride the bus across town. But today, CJ wonders why they don't own a car like his friend Colby. Why doesn't he have an iPod like the boys on the bus? How come they always have to get off in the dirty part of town? Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma, who helps him see the beauty--and fun--in their routine and the world around them.
Caldecott Honor Book
Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book

As they gather fish from the ocean and berries from the forest, a girl and her grandmother sing together and express Gratitude to the earth for providing food throughout the year.

Emerson writes a Gratitude letter to her mailman for sending all the letters she loves to write. When her Gratitude letter affects mail workers across the country, Emerson realizes the impact Gratitude can have on community helpers.

As she shares beloved memories from growing up on a pineapple farm in Mexico, a girl explains that even in dark and unhappy periods of life, there are magical moments, things, and people to be Grateful for.

How does 1 person’s Creativity inspire the stakeholders who cross through their path? Read the newest score by Mo Willems to find out how contagious Creativity can be…and how Grateful we are for Creative ideas!

A girl asks for a new gadget for her birthday, but Grandma gives her a lemon tree instead. It wasn’t what she wanted, but if she takes care of the lemon tree, she may grow Grateful for the gift she never knew she needed.

Lots of things are happening all at once in this busy world. Learn to practice mindfulness and Gratitude for this moment we’re living in, right now.

Elena’s life is forever changed when her home is destroyed by a hurricane. Even though they are scared and grieving, Elena and her family choose hope and Gratitude for their community and the nature around them as they rebuild their home.

Follow a full year with the Cherokee people as they say “otsaliheliga” to express Gratitude for the challenges and celebrations that each season brings.

A collection of poetry explores various ways to express gratitude for blessings ranging from sleep and health to education and family.

Newbery Medal winner Katherine Paterson and cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton give fans of all ages even more to be thankful for with Giving Thanks, a special book about gratitude. Katherine Paterson's meditations on what it means to be truly grateful and Pamela Dalton's exquisite cut-paper illustrations are paired with a collection of over 50 graces, poems, and praise songs from a wide range of cultures, religions, and voices.

Minli, an adventurous girl from a poor village, buys a magical goldfish, and then joins a dragon who cannot fly on a quest to find the Old Man of the Moon in hopes of bringing life to Fruitless Mountain and freshness to Jade River.

Armand lives under a bridge in Paris. One day he finds a family with children also living under his bridge. Armand becomes determined to help find the family a better home and he cherishes what they bring to his life. Family and friends are more precious than any object.

Miguel is less than excited to be having another family stay with his for a week. Luckily his aunt, Tia Lola, will help Miguel practice gratitude and appreciation through her wisdom and compassion.