15 Best Picture Books About Thanksgiving

This picture book takes readers on a captivating journey through the history of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Celebrating the brilliant puppeteer Tony Sarg who brought iconic character balloons to life.

This captivating picture book combines art and engineering to illustrate how a beloved tradition came to be.

Earning it the Bank Street College of Education Flora Stieglitz Straus Award.

Kids will discover the fascinating story of how Thanksgiving became an official national holiday.

The book beautifully traces the efforts of Sarah Josepha Hale and President Abraham Lincoln to establish this beloved American tradition.

Offering an engaging look at the history behind the holiday.

This book by Pat Zietlow Miller invites young readers into a heartwarming, old-fashioned Thanksgiving celebration.

With charming illustrations and rhythmic text, this picture book shares the story of a loving family working together to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving feast.

Highlighting the importance of togetherness during the holiday season.

This cute book captures the essence of a multigenerational Thanksgiving celebration, where family traditions and memories are honored.

This beautifully illustrated book reflects the heartwarming spirit of Thanksgiving as it showcases the love and history shared around a table built by Grandad.

Making it a delightful read for the holiday season.

Keepunumuk offers a fresh perspective on Thanksgiving. Centering on Weeâchumun, a young Native American girl, as she prepares for her tribe's feast.

The story beautifully weaves Native American traditions and values into the Thanksgiving narrative.

Making it a culturally enriching and educational picture book for young readers.

A delightful and educational exploration of the first Thanksgiving, bringing the Pilgrims and Native Americans together in a celebratory feast.

With vivid illustrations and engaging text, this picture book offers an entertaining and historically accurate depiction of this significant event in American history.

Three Young Pilgrims focuses on the experiences of children on the Mayflower and their journey to the New World.

This picture book offers young readers a relatable perspective on the Pilgrims' hardships and eventual celebration of Thanksgiving.

Making history come alive for a younger audience.

Squanto tells the heartwarming story of Squanto, a Native American who played a vital role in helping the Pilgrims survive and thrive in their new land.

The book highlights the importance of cross-cultural understanding and friendship in the early days of the American colonies.

This book offers a concise and engaging overview of the Pilgrims' voyage to America and their first Thanksgiving celebration.

This picture book provides a simple yet informative introduction to the history of the Pilgrims and their role in the establishment of Thanksgiving.

A classic picture book that tells the tale of the Pilgrims' arrival in America and their first Thanksgiving feast with the Wampanoag people.

With beautifully detailed illustrations and evocative prose, this book provides a timeless and comprehensive look at the origins of Thanksgiving. Making it a staple for holiday reading.

This Thanksgiving book takes young readers on a journey of self-discovery and gratitude as a young boy reflects on his family's Thanksgiving dinner and how it compares to others.

This picture book encourages children to appreciate the uniqueness of their own celebrations while embracing the spirit of gratitude.

A heartwarming and interactive book that encourages children to express their gratitude for the people and things in their lives.

Through charming illustrations and simple prompts, this book helps kids understand the importance of being thankful during the Thanksgiving season.

This wonderful book transports readers to a magical woodland Thanksgiving celebration where families come together to give thanks amid the beauty of nature.

This book offers a fresh and enchanting perspective on the holiday, emphasizing the joy of sharing the occasion with loved ones in a natural setting.

The Berenstain bears prepare for Thanksgiving and reflect on the importance of being grateful for the blessings in their lives.

This heartwarming and faith-based picture book offers a valuable lesson in thankfulness for young readers.

A delightful and educational picture book that captures the essence of Thanksgiving as it explores the many things to be thankful for, from the simple joys of everyday life to the holiday's rich history.

This book is perfect for young readers learning the significance of gratitude during the Thanksgiving season.