Thankful for these picture books

Two families--one that is perfect and one that is far from it--celebrate Thanksgiving in their own loving ways. This rhyming story underlines the love in all kinds of houses.

When Tuyet finds out that her Vietnamese family is having duck rather than turkey for Thanksgiving dinner, she is upset until she finds out that other children in her class did not eat turkey either.  This story both honors tradition and emphasizes the universal in our differences.

It's another Thanksgiving at Grandma's. Gavin expects a long day of boredom and being pestered by distantly related toddlers, but his cousin Rhonda has a different idea: make a break for it - out of the kids' room to the swing set in the backyard! Gavin isn't so sure, especially when they encounter vicious guard dogs (in homemade sweaters) and a hallway full of overly affectionate aunts. Will they manage to avoid the obstacles and find some fun before turkey time? Or will they be captured before they've had a taste of freedom?

Trouble ensues when Papa gets Miguel a turkey to fatten up for Thanksgiving and Miguel develops an attachment to it.

In this counting book, an African-American family shops for, prepares, and then eats their holiday meal.  Feast For 10 emphasizes counting skills and presents a warm interaction between the family and the holiday.

Combines rhymes and illustrations to convey the importance of being thankful for everyday blessings.

Known as the Thanksgiving Address, this good morning message is based on the belief that the natural world is a precious and rare gift, and this book is a timeless celebration of the beauty and spirit of the environment.

Watch the shiny feathers disappear as you count down from five to one in this Thanksgiving board book about five silly turkeys.