Books about Kindness
The Glitch: A Graphic Novel (Your Pal Fred)
Michael Rex, 2025
288 pages
Why to read
Models kindness as real-world superpower.
Fast, funny, visually dynamic adventure.
Teaches healthy scepticism of scary media.
Great bridge from comics to novels.

The Glitch: A Graphic Novel (Your Pal Fred)
Michael Rex, 2025
Award winning
Bye-Bye Bully: A Story about Finding Your Voice, Courage, Kindness and Empathy
Stacy C. Bauer, Eduardo Paj, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying with empathy and understanding.
Encourages finding one's voice and courage.
Highlights the importance of kindness in interactions.
Supports emotional and social development.

Bye-Bye Bully: A Story about Finding Your Voice, Courage, Kindness and Empathy
Stacy C. Bauer, Eduardo Paj, 2023
Award winning
Spreading Kindness Like Betty Confetti
Maghon Taylor, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and kindness through engaging storytelling.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Spreading Kindness Like Betty Confetti
Maghon Taylor, 2023
Award winning
Be Kind
Rachel A Dinunzio, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches empathy through engaging, relatable narratives.
Encourages kindness and compassion in young readers.
Supports social and emotional developmental milestones.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading sessions.

Be Kind
Rachel A Dinunzio, 2017
The Berenstain Bears Faith, Hope, and Love Treasury: 8 Books in 1 (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)
Mike Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Teaches faith through fun Bear Country tales.
Encourages kindness, courage, and sharing habits.
Illustrations boost attention and comprehension.
Perfect length for bedtime or Sunday school.

The Berenstain Bears Faith, Hope, and Love Treasury: 8 Books in 1 (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)
Mike Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 2021
Award winning
Out and About: A Tale of Giving
Liza M. Wiemer, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages generosity and community involvement through storytelling.
Engaging narrative fosters empathy and emotional growth.
Illustrations captivate and enhance understanding.
Ideal for family bonding and discussion.

Out and About: A Tale of Giving
Liza M. Wiemer, 2023
Award winning
Kindness Week
Tahiya Cooper, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy through engaging, heartfelt stories.
Encourages positive behavior and community involvement.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Kindness Week
Tahiya Cooper, 2021
Award winning
The Silence Seeker
Ben Morley, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes understanding of cultural diversity and acceptance.
Enhances empathy and social awareness in young readers.
Stimulates conversations about friendship and kindness.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complementing the narrative.
