In addition to the abundance of turkey and spending time with my family, one of my favorite things about Thanksgiving is having a few extra days off. Of course it’s nice to sleep in or go shopping on Black Friday, but I love the days off so I have more time to read!
Every year I set a reading challenge for myself and usually around this time I have about 10 books left to read in order to reach my goal by the end of the year. This Thanksgiving, I’ll be finishing up Deborah Wiles’ Revolution and begin re-reading Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins as part of my final 10 books to read.
See below for additional reads to indulge in this Thanksgiving for readers of all ages!
Give Thanks for Each Day
By Steve Metzger, Illustrated by Robert McPhillips (Ages 3-5)
A cuddle-up-together paperback to be thankful for! In concrete, simple, yet touching ways, Steve Metzger shows young children all the things they can be thankful for. A hug! A parade! / A bath! A new toy! But also: Give thanks for the snowflakes,/ That fall from above./ For getting together,/ With people you love. With a cadence and rhythm that's both soothing and inviting, this book can be shared with little ones at any time of day or night.
Scholastic Reader Level 1: I Spy Thanksgiving
By Jean Marzollo, Illustrated by Walter Wick (Ages 4-7)
Give thanks for this Thanksgiving search-and-find I Spy reader!Easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired with Walter Wick's fun photographs culled from previously published I Spy books to create this I Spy easy reader that's perfect for Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving for Emily Ann
By Teresa Johnston, Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton (Ages 3-5)
Celebrate Thanksgiving in this sweet, rhyming story all 
about family and togetherness! Emily Ann doesn't like Thanksgiving, not one bit. With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday, she feels a little ignored...and just a little bit sad. But just as Emily Ann prepares to do her worst, her family comes together to show her what matters most about Thanksgiving: family. With charming illustrations by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, this is a heartwarming holiday treat to share and treasure for many seasons to come. A celebration of family, friends, and the special day that brings them all together.
The Turkey Train
By Steve Metzger, Illustrated by Jim Paillot (Ages 3-5)
All aboard the Turkey Train! When Betty, Bill, and Jane take the Turkey Train to Maine, getting there is half the fun! Join the ride: Adventure awaits before you even reach your destination. From playing games and puzzles to singing and dancing with rock and rollers, the turkey passengers have a great time. When the train reaches a winter wonderland in Maine, turkeys gobble up the opportunity by skiing, skating, and throwing snowballs at each other! Children will love Steve Metzger's bouncing rhymes as well as Jim Paillot's cute and comical illustrations. Feast on The Turkey Train for Thanksgiving fun!
What books will you be reading this Thanksgiving?
