10+ Great Thanksgiving Chapter Books
It’s no secret that my boys and I love picture books. However now that my middle kiddo is a first grader, we’ve moved more chapter books into the mix. Today, I’m sharing a list of our favorite Thanksgiving chapter books to read in November. Keep reading to see which we recommend. Then let me know if there are any I left off this list.
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10+ GREAT THANKSGIVING CHAPTER BOOKS
Here are some wonderful Thanksgiving chapter books that make perfect read alouds for very young readers, and good early chapter books for more advanced readers.
1. Let’s BEE Thankful
Acorn Bumble and Bee
Let’s BEE Thankful
By Ross Burach
This little book has a comic book feel to it, with bright, graphic illustrations and minimal text per page. It was perfect for my just-starting-to-read boy, since he could find plenty of ‘trick’ words without feeling overwhelmed by a wall of print.
2. Thanksgiving on Thursday
Magic Tree House #27
Thanksgiving on Thursday
By Mary Pope Osborne
Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
The Magic Tree House series has long been a family favorite at our house. My middle son grew up hearing us read it to his older brother, and loves having his own chance to hear the fanciful stories now.
3. Dr. Carbles Is Losing His Marbles!
My Weird School #19
Dr. Carbles Is Losing His Marbles
By Dan Gutman.
Pictures by Jim Paillot
This silly series was a favorite for my now-11-year-old a few years ago. Like every book from the series, this one is light, fun, and makes my kids giggle when we read it.
4. November Night
Calendar Mysteries
November Night
By Ron Roy
Illustrated by John Steven Gurney
This entire series is perfect for young readers who enjoy mysteries but don’t want to be frightened. Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy solve a Thanksgiving mystery at their neighbors, without anything too scary popping up!
5. Mayflower Treasure Hunt
A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #2
Mayflower Treasure Hunt
By Ron Roy
Illustrated by John Steven Gurney
My boys loved this mystery about friends spending the holiday in Plymouth, Massachusetts on a missing jewel hunt. It’s a step or two tougher that the Calendar Mysteries series in terms of reading level, but again, nothing too scary for young listeners or readers.
6. Pilgrims
Magic Tree House Research Guide
Pilgrims
By Mary Pope Osborne and Natalie Pope Boyce
Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
7. Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten (and Other Thankful Stuff)
Junie B., First Grader #28
Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten (and Other Thankful Stuff)
By Barbara Park
Illustrated by Denise Brunkus
Oh, the hysterical laughter that came from my son and husband when they read this one. The giggles could not be controlled. If you’re a Junie B fan, this one is a perfect choice for November!
8. Molly’s Pilgrim
Molly’s Pilgrim
By Barbara Cohen
Illustrated by Jennifer Bricking
I grabbed this one on a whim at the book store one day. It’s a sweet story about a slightly more contemporary pilgrim, giving kids another perspective to consider at Thanksgiving. I believe there is also a short film based on the book, so it might be fun to pair the read aloud with a family movie night this month!
9. Turkey Trouble on the National Mall
Capital Mysteries #14
Turkey Trouble On The National Mall
By Ron Roy
Illustrated by Timothy Bush
Somehow we never knew this series existed, despite owning the entire Calendar and A-to-Z Mysteries series from the same author. Mystery books are always a hit with my boys, so this one was a no-brainer.
10. The Pilgrim Village Mystery
(Can you tell our copy has been read a few times?!)
The Boxcar Children Special #5
The Pilgrim Village Mystery
Created by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Illustrated by Charles Tang
My middle boy is totally obsessed with the Alden kids and all of their adventures. He loved hearing about their visit to a colonial village. This book also includes some fun activities to try at the end.
11. Pardon That Turkey- How Thanksgiving Became A Holiday
All Aboard Reading
Pardon That Turkey- How Thanksgiving Became A Holiday
By Susan Sloate
Illustrated by Christian Slade
We’ve read some picture books about the woman who helped Thanksgiving become a holiday, so my son was able to make connections between those books and this one. It’s a non-fiction book about the holiday that doesn’t overwhelm kids with too many facts, making it a great choice.
DO YOUR KIDS HAVE ANY FAVORITE THANKSGIVING CHAPTER BOOKS WE SHOULD CHECK OUT? lET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS!
