September 21st is International Day of Peace as well as World Gratitude Day. So today I bring to you beautiful words of gratitude and peace, through selected quotes and books as well! Hence the ubiquitous words.

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Here are some of those

Words of Gratitude

“Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” —Winnie the Pooh

Harvest Days : Giving Thanks Around the World 

My Thoughts

A sweet informative read that gives readers a peek into various cultures around the world. It is interesting to note the similarities and the differences between these celebrations; and give thanks to all that made it possible.

I am not sure what I loved the most. Was it the rhyming text that is bound to be reread a few times? Or the vibrant and detailed illustrations? Maybe the text boxes with facts on each two-page spread or the informative backmatter? No matter what you love, you will enjoy this book and want to learn more about the cultures included. This is a great addition to home libraries and classrooms. Use it to initiate discussions and celebrations together!

Thanks to the publishers and Edelweiss for the digital review copy of this book.

“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson

Thankful

Eileen Spinelli brings us a charming and tender read about being thankful. With illustrations from Archie Preston that are sure to bring a smile upon your face as you turn the pages, and all the many reasons people are thankful, this book will make you think and pause; and most importantly, give thanks!

“The poet is thankful for words that rhyme”! Yes indeed, time after time.. With words of thanks so basic as that, we realize there is so much to be thankful for. So what are you thankful for today? As for me, it is family first, each and everyday.

“Take full account of what Excellencies you possess, and in gratitude remember how you would hanker after them, if you had them not.” ― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

Little Book of Caring

Oh my! So very adorable indeed. This little book of caring shows how we can do little things that let others around us know we care; with words (like thank you, sorry, and please); with actions (simple and big); and with simply being there.

Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for the digital review copy of this book.

“We should certainly count our blessings, but we should also make our blessings count.” ― Neal A. Maxwell

And then the

Words of Peace

“Peace begins with a smile..” ― Mother Teresa

Walking Toward Peace

This is one of the main reasons I totally love children’s nonfiction; discovering people, places, and things I had not known of earlier at all! Walking Toward Peace is beautifully illustrated and works wonderfully for its target audience as well as older audiences too. The book tells the story of the woman known as Peace Pilgrim, with emphasis on her pilgrimages across the nation. Her goal was to spread peace. Truly inspirational and impactful. I am reading more about her and amazed I had no idea about her before this book.

Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for the digital review copy of this book.

“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” ― Jimi Hendrix

Peace and Me

Check out my detailed post about this book here.

“You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us. And the world will live as one.” ― John Lennon

Related Reads and Suggested Activities

• Have your kids or students or you yourself write an acrostic poem. Use peace and gratitude as the words. Or related words would work too.
• Using the example of the Peace Pilgrim, see what you can do to promote peace.
• Make Way For Peace With Words
• Simply Sunday – Scripts for Peace, Freedom
• G is for Gratitude For All That is Ours
• The Thoughtful Pensee and the Beautiful Path to Kindness

And Now, the End of This Post

Dear reader, have you read any of these books? Your thoughts on them? And any recommendations for similar books? I would love to hear all you have to say. What are you thankful for today; or what words of gratitude do you have to say? What does peace mean to you? And what makes you feel most at peace?

Ending with my words of gratitude for you; always thankful that you come to my little nook of the internet; grateful that you chose to spend time reading and commenting on my posts. And so very thankful for any and all the support you lend by clicking through and buying recommended books and more!