As you prepare to gather with friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving, you may still be planning your weekly library trip. Here are some kids’ books to remember, including my favorite Thanksgiving picture books, to make that excursion a little bit easier!

kids books to remember: read aloud

Gooseberry Park by Cynthia Rylant

Masterpiece by Elise Broach

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

KIDS BOOKS TO REMEMBER: picture books

A Turkey for Thanksgiving by Eve Bunting

Arthur’s Thanksgiving by Marc Brown

One is a Feast for Mouse: A Thanksgiving Tale by Judy Cox

‘Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving by Dav Pilkey

KIDS BOOKS TO REMEMBER: chapter books

Extra Credit by Andrew Clements

Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

Bridge to Teribithia by Katherine Paterson

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As this Thanksgiving week begins, I am very thankful that much of my family will be gathering together to celebrate all of our many blessings. I know I am especially thankful for all of you, and for the support you have given me throughout the past year! I wish you, your family and your friends a very happy and memorable Thanksgiving.

More about Susan

Hi! I'm Susan, a wife, a mom and a recently retired elementary school librarian with 22 years of experience. One of my greatest joys is to connect kids with a perfect book, which then leads them to a lifelong love of learning. Through my blog, I'm hoping to reach parents, their children and teachers to help them find those special books. I’m also hoping to offer some tips and techniques to use with your children as you read aloud.