4 Kids Books Celebrating Kindness

These four books teach kindness at all age levels while supporting social and emotional development and growth…

How to Send a Hug by Hayley Rocco. Artie sends her grandma a hug through a handwritten letter. Luckily, a “Hug Delivery Specialist” (aka postal worker) will make sure it arrives. Recommended for infants.

I Don’t Care by Julie Fogliano. A story about unconditional love any best friend can relate to: “Mostly I care that you’re you and I’m me, and I care that we’re us, and I care that we’re we.” Recommended for toddlers.

Sweet Valley Twins: Best Friends by Nicole Andelfinger. The sisters Elizabeth and Jessica find that, while they remain best friends, there are challenges in navigating their differences. Recommended for elementary schoolers.

The Bridge Battle by Jacqueline Davies. Jessie and her brother Evan find themselves suddenly cast as outsiders. Can Evan stand up to the bully? Can Jessie speak up? Will kindness prevail? Recommended for tweens.