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  • Writer's pictureBrittany

Gift Guide: Books about Kindness



I love getting my kids a few books each year for Christmas. When looking for books, I love to find ones that have good lessons. Books are such powerful tools- they can help teach children more about love, acceptance, inclusion, and empathy. Here are some of my favorite children's books that help teach kindness.


If you're looking for a good book to gift this year, consider one of these for the holidays!




  1. This is Our House- Michael Rosen

  2. Hey, Little Ant- Phillip Hoose

  3. Have You Filled a Bucket Today?- Carol McCloud

  4. A Sick Day for Amos McGee- Philip C. Stead

  5. The Snail and the Whale- Julia Donaldson

  6. Big Friends- Linda Sarah

  7. Strictly No Elephants- Lisa Mantchev

  8. We Are (Not) Friends- Anna Kang

  9. I Walk with Vanessa- Kerascoet

  10. The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade- Justin Roberts

Bonus book (#11) : What Does it Mean to Be Kind?- Rana DiOrio


Let me know if you end up getting one!


Do you have any other favorite books to help teach kindness? I would love to hear your favorites!

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