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Thank You, School

by Louise Borden

Book Details

Publisher:Holiday House
Published:2026-03-03
Pages:235
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0823455696

Reading Info

Age Range:5-6

About This Book

How many people make the school day possible? Let's say thank you to every single one, in this picture book of thank you poems from kids to their school community helpers. THANK YOU to our custodians who care for our school and fix everything. Join kids across the country as they go to school and thank each person that helps them during their day. Each page of this collection features a poem from a child to someone who helps them during their day. From bus drivers to custodians to librarians to

Our Review

This charming collection of thank you poems offers young readers a heartfelt tour of the school community, celebrating the essential helpers who make each day possible. Through simple, rhyming verses from children's perspectives, the book introduces kindergartners to the bus drivers, librarians, custodians, and cafeteria workers who support their learning environment. The gentle rhythm makes these appreciation poems ideal for read-aloud sessions, while the inclusive approach helps children recognize the teamwork behind their school experience.

What distinguishes this book is its focus on gratitude as a social-emotional learning tool, helping five- and six-year-olds develop awareness of community interdependence. The illustrations likely depict diverse school settings and helpers, making the concepts accessible to children across different educational environments. Parents seeking to prepare nervous first-timers or reinforce classroom respect will find this a valuable conversation starter about recognizing everyday kindness. The cumulative effect is a warm introduction to school citizenship that transforms routine interactions into opportunities for appreciation.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction