Free Spirit Publishing 9798330951499 Pub Date: 2/23/2027 $99.95 Hardcover 180 Pages Carton Qty: 1 Ages 4 to 10, Grades P to 4 Juvenile Fiction / Health & Daily Living JUV015040 Series: Thank You, World Thank You, World Complete Series 5-Book Set Dan McCauley, Jo Loring-Fisher Help children discover gratitude, mindfulness, and joy with the Thank You, World 5-Book Collection. Through gentle, nature-inspired stories, young readers learn to slow down, connect with their senses, and appreciate the beauty around them. Featuring Thank You, Sun, Rain, Night, Sky, and Snow, this soothing series encourages optimism, emotional well-being, and meaningful family connections. Summary In Every Season, Nature Gives Us Reasons to Say “Thank You.” Help children build gratitude, mindfulness, emotional resilience, and a positive outlook with the Thank You, World 5-Book Collection. Each story follows a child and a loved one as they explore the natural world together, discovering reasons to be grateful in every season and every kind of weather. Through lyrical storytelling and meaningful family experiences, young readers learn to embrace the present moment, connect with their senses, appreciate the beauty that surrounds them every day, and find joy in life's simple moments. In this set: Thank You, Night – Follow a peaceful evening walk that encourages calm reflection, relaxation, and gratitude at the end of the day. Thank You, Rain – Discover how a rainy day can become an opportunity for mindfulness, resilience, and finding joy in unexpected moments. Thank You, Sun – Celebrate the warmth, energy, and beauty of sunlight while learning to appreciate connections with loved ones and the natural world. Thank You, Snow – Experience the magic of winter through the senses while building appreciation for nature, family, and new experiences. Thank You, Sky – Explore the ever-changing sky and learn how slowing down helps us notice beauty, stay present, and savor time together. Why families and educators love this collection: Builds gratitude, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning skills while helping children develop emotional awareness, resilience, optimism, and healthy coping strategies. Encourages meaningful connections with nature and the present moment through sensory exploration, observation, and appreciation for the beauty found in every season. Supports deeper conversations and family engagement with discussion questions, shared reading experiences, and opportunities to practice gratitude beyond the page. The Thank You, World series features lyrical stories about appreciating nature, connecting with our senses, and being present in the moment. These soothing books help young readers let go of stress, observe without judgment, and remain optimistic. Contributor Bio Dan McCauley is a writer and educator who grew up in New York City. Raised by Little League coaches, a caring community, and his family's love, Dan pursued his passion for teaching and storytelling at New York University. After working as a teacher in the Bronx, he moved to Los Angeles, where he works with middle and high school students as a learning specialist. Dan is the author of the Thank You, World series. He writes and teaches with the same sense of awe, wonder, and gratitude he feels toward the world. Jo Loring-Fisher is an artist, author, illustrator, and a graduate of Cambridge School of Art's master's program in children's book illustration. She loves both the city and the TCM FSP Shell and CUB 2026 Titles
