“The Thankful Book” by Todd Parr

For young children, it can sometimes be challenging to answer the question, “What are you thankful or grateful for?” This book is a wonderful way to highlight some possibilities before asking a child that question. Another way to find out your child’s thinking is to ask, “What makes you feel loved? Happy? Important? Safe?” Modeling your gratitude as you move through your day is another important way to help your child develop an understanding of gratitude. After reading, “The Thankful Book,” brainstorm as a family and write down each person’s name and what three things they are thankful for that day! It might even become a wonderful ritual for starting or ending each day.