I wanted to share some of my favorite colors books with you. Click on the books below to check them out on Amazon. I hope these book suggestions help!
Five Silly Turkeys
Salina Yoon
Toddlers will love this fun counting book full of silly Thanksgiving turkeys doing very silly things! From twirling on a dance floor to being chased by a bee to tanning in the sun, these are no ordinary Thanksgiving turkeys. The rhyming adventure makes for a fun read-aloud, and the tail feathers add a sensory element to the book.
10 Fat Turkeys
Tony Johnston et Richard Deas
This hilarious story about ten goofy turkeys and their silly antics teaches children how to count backwards. “Looky!” says a silly turkey swinging from a vine. Gobble gobble wibble wobble and Whoops! Now there are nine. The author Tony Johnston has written a joyful text, which illustrator Richard Deas brings to life as wild and wacky fun!
Turkey Trouble
Wendi Silvano et Lee Harper
Turkey is in trouble. Bad trouble. The kind of trouble where it’s almost Thanksgiving . . . and you’re the main course. But Turkey has an idea–what if he doesn’t look like a turkey? What if he looks like another animal instead? After many hilarious attempts, Turkey comes up with the perfect disguise to make this Thanksgiving the best ever!
Pete the Cat – The First Thanksgiving
James et Kimberly Dean
Author and artist James Dean celebrates the true meaning of Thanksgiving with our favorite groovy cat—Pete! Starring in your school’s Thanksgiving play would make even the coolest cat nervous, including Pete the Cat! But the show must go on…. With more than ten flaps that open to reveal hidden surprises, Pete the Cat: The First Thanksgiving is sure to be a holiday hit and a favorite for Pete the Cat fans.
Bear Says Thanks
Karma Wilson et Jane Chapman
Bear has come up with the perfect way to say thanks—a nice big dinner! When Bear decides to throw a feast, his friends show up one by one with different platters of delicious food to share. There’s just one problem: Bear’s cupboards are bare! What is he to do? Young readers will delight in discovering the special gift Bear has to share. Karma Wilson’s playful text and Jane Chapman’s charming illustrations bring to life this celebration of family and friendship.
Llama Llama Gives Thanks
Anna Dewdney
It’s Thanksgiving time for Llama Llama and his family! That means yummy foods and autumn leaves and being thankful for everything from pumpkin pies to blue skies. Thanksgiving may only come once year, but in Llama’s family, giving thanks is always here! Llama Llama Gives Thanks is a short and simple rhyming text perfect for little hands.
Where Is Baby’s Turkey?
Karen Katz
Gobble, gobble! It’s time for Thanksgiving! In this interactive book from bestselling author Karen Katz, little ones can lift the flaps on each page to look for Baby’s turkey stuffed animal. Filled with bright, striking art, this book is sure to get little ones excited for Thanksgiving.
The Night Before Thanksgiving
Natasha Wing et Tammie Lyon
Everyone’s favorite fun-filled, family-filled, food-filled holiday is almost here! Follow along as the feast is prepared… Cousins are greeted, and everyone gathers around the table. This family fun read-aloud makes the perfect gift to get young readers excited for this festive fall holiday!
My First Thanksgiving
Tomie dePaola
Tomie dePaola’s simple text and bright illustrations perfectly capture the joy of this special holiday. Young readers will love learning more about the traditional celebrations of the day.
Spot’s Thanksgiving
Eric Hill
It’s Thanksgiving, and Spot wants to make a pumpkin pie. Everyone celebrates together as his whole family helps prepare the treat!
The Thankful Book
Todd Parr
The Thankful Book celebrates all the little things children can give thanks for. From everyday activities like reading and bathtime to big family meals together and special alone time between parent and child, Todd inspires readers to remember all of life’s special moments. I am thankful for music because it makes me want to dance. I am thankful for my feet because they help me run and play. I am thankful for kisses because they make me feel loved. This is the perfect book to share around the holidays and throughout the year!
Thanks for Thanksgiving
Julie Markes et Doris Barrette
Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks! the question is, where to begin? From the turkey on the table to warm, cozy cuddles, life is full of small things and bigger pleasures. But what’s most important is being able to share them with family. Julie Markes reminds kids and adults alike about the little details that make each day enjoyable, while Doris Barrette’s beautiful and striking illustrations bring her thoughtful words to life. Perfectly in tune with what children are thankful for—such as a park, slides, and pets, and especially their family—this is a warm and genuine way to share the true Thanksgiving spirit.
Happy Thanksgiving
Bright Baby
Touch and Feel elements brings Thanksgiving to life, from the food to family traditions and history.
Just A Special Thanksgiving
Mercer Mayer
Little Critter is going to have a Thanksgiving he’ll never forget! From the school play to a surprise dinner for all of Critterville, celebrate along with Little Critter and his family.
Happy Thanksgiving, Curious George
H. A. Rey
Today is Thanksgiving and George is so excited! He loves everything about the holiday—from the parade with music, jugglers, and big balloons to the delicious turkey shared with family and friends. But even on Thanksgiving the curious little monkey manages to stir up some trouble! Follow George through his Thanksgiving. The fun, tabbed pages are perfect for little hands!
The First Thanksgiving
Nancy Davis
Nancy Davis recreates the excitement and wonder of the first Thanksgiving–how the pilgrims came to America and how the Native Americans taught them to plant and then joined them in a Thanksgiving feast. Parents and teachers can use the simple text and the bright illustrations of this lift-the-flap book to introduce children to this holiday.
The Itsy Bitsy Pilgrim
Jeffrey Burton et Sanja Rescek
A fun and playful Thanksgiving twist on the nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”! The Itsy Bitsy pilgrim sailed the ocean on the Mayflower to a home that’s new!
Corduroy’s Thanksgiving
Lisa McCue
Corduroy is hosting Thanksgiving dinner for his friends. They watch a Thanksgiving Day parade, then it’s time to eat. But first, Corduroy and his friends each say what they are thankful for. This brightly colored and fun shaped board book is perfect for the youngest fans of Corduroy.
Thanksgiving is for Giving Thanks
Margaret Sutherland et Sonja Lamut
This sweet picture book is a great way to celebrate Thanksgiving with the youngest readers! Thanksgiving is about pilgrims and history–and turkey, of course!–but most importantly, it’s all about everything that we are thankful for. Cheerful, colorful illustrations accompany the simple text in this celebration of family and friends.
One Little, Two Little, Three Little Pilgrims
B.G. Hennessy et Lynne Cravath
One Little, Two Little, Three Little Pilgrims presents the activities of ten Pilgrims and ten Wampanoag children as they prepare for a splendid harvest feast at Plimoth using the familiar childhood rhyme.
