First came “You’re My Little Cuddle Bug,” whose feel-good message, simple rhymes, touchable pages and adorable pictures gave millions of children a chance to snuggle up with the readers who love them. Then came the “You’re My Little” series, with books about Halloween, Hanukkah, Independence Day and more. New kid on the block: Thanksgiving themed “You’re My Little Cutie Pie,” published in September, which fosters appreciation between reader and child. Sample line: “You’re my little thankful friend, I’m glad that I have you. / We’re all here for the holidays, For that I’m thankful too.” Bonus: It’s published by San Diego-based Silver Dolphin Books.
Gratitude tie-in: This book is an opportunity to model gratitude — in this case, from the parent or older reader who is celebrating and appreciating the child.
Discussion idea for older children: Reading or being read a board book might be a tough sell for an older kid, but here’s a twist that could work for some families: ask an older sibling to read it to a younger one.
