If you have an 8th grader, a 12th grader, or a senior in college, soon they will be graduating. (I'm already crying.) Gift one of these inspiring children's books to celebrate your child's accomplishment and upcoming life transition. Maybe one of these incredible children's books full of wisdom and encouragement will help them on their next big adventure.
I'm assuming you already know about Oh, the Places You'll Go by Dr. Seuss so that's not on this list. Instead, I'm sharing fresh, new book titles that are just as meaningful, if not more so.
Best Children's Books to Give at Graduation
As you, the reader, embark on a new adventure, Kelly Corrigan playfully reminds you (with a lot of “b” alliteration!) of all the things that you might encounter, the diversity of people you will meet, and the beauty of the relationships that you will have. “There's more to everyone,” she writes, adding that you'll become the best question-asker the world has ever seen. Then you'll learn more about each person.”I dreamt I was playing the banjo on a balance beam made of bacon.” Those people will change you. And that will be a good thing. “Be brave! Bravo! And bon voyage!”
I Wish You Happiness by Michael Wong, illustrated by Ann Baratashvili
“I wish you love and affection, to fill your beautiful heart with an ocean of joy.” Vibrant illustrations show playful, happy children as they dance through the pages of the many hopeful, positive good wishes for the reader. “I wish you imagination and creativity, for the world is a blank canvas to paint your masterpiece.”
Soothing text reassures the child that the parent will always be part of the child's dream world no matter what is happening or what age they are. “You'll be a knight and I'll be a horse. We'll race along a rainbow's course to castles in the sky // until it's time to fly.” Inclusive, lovely illustrations.
If your kids are like mine, they started life reading Sandra Boynton's adorable rhyming books of silliness. What a lovely full circle to then give them a Sandra Boynton book of encouragement, advice, and the occasional hippo!
This lyrical book encourages graduates (or anyone) that their goal should be the journey, not the destination — and that this is not only the ending but a beautiful beginning, too. “It's not creating a masterpiece, // it's finding the courage to start…It is not about winning the game. It is having fun while you play.” Wise and inspiring with pretty illustrations of friends, fairies, and gnomes having adventures together.
Move over Oh the Places You'll Go, there's a new book in town! Playful, hopeful messages of excitement for the future's possibility fill the pages of this little book illustrated with colorful, childlike drawings. You are going to LOVE this book from the creators of the bestselling Happiness Is…series.
Do you know the blessings that people read at weddings? This is just like that but for graduation. For example, “I wish you more ups than downs. I wish you more give than take.” Ultimately, this book expresses a parent's hopes, dreams, and prayers for their child as they go off into the world. It's so heart-warming and tender!
Kids who grew up Sesame Street will love the life wisdom in this book from their favorite characters
A parent muses what her child will grow up to do. As she imagines, she knows that no matter what, the child will grow up to be an amazing person who is loved.
“When nights are black and
When days are gray–
You'll be brave and be bright
So no shadows can stay.”
Life Lesson: You are wonderful just the way you are. Give this picture book as a gift to a girl who is celebrating a life transition (birthday or graduation). Because this is an encouraging love letter to help your special girl know that she's wonderful, smart, and beautiful.
Walk On! A Guide for Babies of All Ages by Marla Frazee
I love this picture book because it's perfect for older “babies” aka. our used-to-be babies or friends with drivers licenses who are graduating from high school or college. These former babies are stepping into an exciting new time in their lives and need the encouragement to “walk on”. (I've given this amazing book to adults for birthday gifts, too.) You might use this quote from the book for your inscription:
“When the time is right for you . . .
Take the first step.
And another.
And another.
It gets easier, huh?”
Little Tree by Loren Long
Little Tree is scared to drop his beautiful leaves like the trees around him. When springtime comes, the other trees have grown with new, green leaves. But Little Tree's are still dead and brown and he's still small. Seasons pass and the trees around him grow so big that Little Tree can't feel the sunlight anymore. Finally, he finally drops his leaves for the first time and starts to grow. This allegorical story poignantly captures the importance of letting go and transitioning into the next season of your life.
Inspirational and a lovely choice to give as a graduation gift book, this story encourages readers to notice that even when life disappoints, it can be a time for ideas to grow and dreams to unfurl. Illustrations show a male character who shares his life journey with a leaf man who leaves in the fall and returns to him in the spring.
Good Children's Books (That Aren't Picture Books) to Give as Graduation Gifts
There's so much to LOVE about this book! First, there are short essays with valuable life lessons like the story of LeBron James moving back to his hometown. Also, there are quotes from famous people to accompany the 52 Rules written by Kwame Alexander. One that stuck with me was Rule #30, “There is no single formula for winning but you must have a game plan” accompanied by the quote “I never worry about the problem. I worry about the solution” – Shaquille O'Neal. It's a powerful book, perfect for a graduation gift.
If you're like me and love inspirational quotes, this is this children's book is a valuable, must-own resource and thus a great graduation gift. Even if you haven't read the book Wonder, you will find the quotes chosen in this book here (called precepts) to be meaningful and thought-provoking. “We carry within us the wonders we seek around us.” – Sir Thomas Browne. I know I do — it's a well-used favorite on my bookshelf.
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Time will never slow down again.
I'm not good at endings. I'd almost speed things up so that they end abruptly than anticipate their finality. When my first baby started Kindergarten, I wasn't sad- I was excited about her new journey. I knew she was ready. I knew she would rock that year. What I wasn't prepared for was suddenly September became Christmas and then Summer. With the snap of your fingers, my kindergartener is now a first grader.
Missed moments flock to the forefront of my mind- gone like seeds of a dandelion blowing in the spring wind. The idea that we'd read every night, make it to lunch every week, or do pickups instead of bus rides. There aren't opportunities anymore; they've faded into the black.
While it is sad to reflect on those missed moments, I realize too, I'm only human and only one person. I cannot physically or mentally do and be everything for everyone at all times. All too soon there are no more school days left. Kindergarten begins and ends before you even realize where the time went. Floating back and forth between routines, mornings, and sports- it's crazy and overwhelming, leaving you reminiscing about the days gone by.
I am so thankful for each moment I have with my children and for the full life that we lead, but that doesn't take away the sting that with each passing day my children will never be as young as they are in this moment. Each time they lay their heads down, they will inevitably become older.
However, that is the Catch 22 – becoming older isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it's different. Each stage of life has so much to offer. Something different than before. Each moment we will come to love for its own unique memory.
There are two gifts we should give our children. one is roots ,the other is wings -Anoymous
So my Dear Sweet Girl,
I wish I could soak up those moments. I wish I could sit forever holding you. I wish I could wrap you up and keep you with me forever. Unfortunately, that is not how time works, and it's not what parenting is about. You are meant to fly and fly you shall on your own two wings. You are strong, confident, and my amazing soon to be a first grader.
I am touched each day by the memories we share, the moments in between those long hours away. I soak up my time with you, and I will relish in you this summer. We will make memories as we always have, but now with more ferocity, because now I see that your little face isn't quite as round, your hair isn't quite as curly, and that you look much more like a big girl than a baby. I know that time will stop for no one- and these moments will all too quickly turn into memories, but these moments are what I live for.
You (and your brother) are the reason I smile, laugh, cry, get frustrated (especially in the morning); you've made me the mother that I am. Without these moments, without these changes, I wouldn't learn to adapt as you explore the world around you. The fact that your age isn't permanent is amazing and challenging, but it is what makes motherhood beautifully transient. It is also what makes our love last a lifetime.
The end of Kindergarten solidifies the fact that my days as your soul provider are limited. Our relationship will morph and changes as we both grow older. Right now, I am still the person you come to when you are hurt. The person you need to hold your hand when you are scared. The one you adore. But will I always?
It is this idea that saddens me. In one way, I know you will grow up to be that beautiful, strong, amazing woman I see inside your eyes. The glimpse of the woman that is growing behind those innocent, bright blue eyes. The loss of your innocence as you become more accustomed to a world that isn't perfect – far from it. In a world where you learn that others are still not treated as equals, a world that prides itself on self-importance, and money rather than love and compassion. A world that you have the ability to change. And a world that I hope I have prepared you for.
Being a parent means that your heart walks around each day outside of your body. But for now my girl, you are protected, you are happy, you are still innocent. My heart is still within my grasp. But with each passing day, you become tainted with the sadness, the hostility, that the world has become.
When you were born, I felt my heart melt inside me. It liquefied and when it came back together, it was no longer mine. It belongs to my children; it was forever changed by motherhood. Now, as you grow older, there are little moments where I cannot help but feel my heart melt over and over again. When you offer your brother a helping hand, say something adorable, or simply smile. This feeling – no matter how old you get – isn't something that will change.
I hope that with each day, as your parent, I work with your strong spirit to cultivate a loving, strong soul – one that doesn't bring any more darkness into the world, but only light. Life is a journey, a path that I cannot pave for you. Each day you slip further and further from the safety of the path I've created into the one less traveled that you created and decorated with as many colors as you can touch. Each year, you will become stronger, wiser, and you will become the change this world needs to see. I believe this. I know this.
I love you, my little first grader.
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When your kid graduate from kindergarten school, you need to appreciate their effort. These wonderful ‘Kindergarten Graduation Wishes’ can be the best way to show their love for them. We are sure that they will love this wonderful collection.
You can pick any text from this list of ‘Kindergarten Graduation Wishes’ and send it to your loving student. It’s easy to copy and send these texts.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes
Finally, your hard work is going to be successful. You have gone a long way. Now it’s time to celebrate your success. I am so happy that you have graduated. My best wishes to you.
My heartiest wishes on your kindergarten graduation. You are going to learn more. Everything can be taken from you. But your knowledge can not be taken from you.
The moment you decide to reach high, you are closer to your dream. You have proved that you can achieve anything if you desire so. My heartiest congratulations to you.
Congratulations dear! You have believed that you can and you have finally done your work. You have a bright future and you can make that happen. You are still learning and keep learning.
If you hope to get anything, believe that the universe will help you to get that. You just have to work for it. Finally, congratulations on your great success.
It’s your road and you have to walk your way. Nobody will walk it for you. They can be by your side. They can guide you. I am so happy about your success.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes
It’s a day to celebrate. You have done very well and I am so happy about your success. You have reached a proud moment in your life. I am happy about your accomplishment.
I want you to achieve your success. I know your dreams have come true. I wish you a bright and prosperous future. It’s just a milestone. You have to go a long way.
It’s just the beginning. You have to achieve so many big things in life. I wish you great success all the time. Your success is my happiness.
Though the journey was so long. But you have come so far. I wish for the very best of your life. It seems that you have been admitted to the kindergarten and now you have graduated.
Kindergarten Congratulation Messages
It’s time to say goodbye to your graduation days. You have made a lot of friends and memories. You have a lot of cherished memories. My heartiest congratulations!
You are a little graduate. We are so proud of you. Your kindergarten days are at an end. You have made more progress. Now decide where to go.
Have you thought about how far you have come? How far have you reached? I wish for the future you have always dreamt of. You have worked so hard to get to your destination.
Tears came in my eyes hearing that you have graduated. You are working so hard and doing great. You are at your peak today. I wish for your bright future.
My baby, I am so proud of you. I want to see you successful at any cost. It’s just a small beginning. You are still far from the big picture.
I wish you higher success to achieve your dream. You are going to have a prosperous future. It’s going to be a great start for you. You are doing well.
My heartiest congratulations to you. You are not that little baby now. You are growing up. It’s one of the best days of your life. I love you a lot!
Wow! I can’t believe that you have graduated. You are that little baby who has just started kindergarten and now has become a graduate. I am very proud of you, my child.
It’s going to be one of the fantastic days of my life. You are not that baby anymore. I hope that you will enjoy your first-grade year. Congratulations!
You are the apple of my eye. It’s a blessing to see you succeed. I can’t miss your graduation party. I want to see you successful at every stage of life.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for Son
My son, that’s really like my son. I am so proud of you because of your brilliant result. I know that you are so brilliant and you have proved that.
My sweet son, I am fortunate to see you succeed. It’s the end of your kindergarten days. You are going to have new friends, a new school. I want to see you happy at each of your milestones.
Can you remember the first day we walked to your new school? You were so nervous and scared. Now you are making your own dreams. Congratulations my son!
You are winning in silence and you have found the secret to your success. I wish that you travel to the golden days with peace and happiness. Congratulations my son!
You have worked for it and you have done it. Now it’s time to spread the wings and fly how far you can go to be successful. You have won and you have graduated.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for Son
My dear son, I still can’t believe that you were born on that day and you have graduated now. I wish a very smooth way for you in your future.
I am very glad about your success. Your new journey is going to begin. I am wishing for a great future filled with happiness and success. I hope that your dreams come true.
It’s delightful that you are following your vision and creating the world you want. Your knowledge will now give you the wings you want. My wishes are always with you wherever you go.
It took a lot of hard work to graduate. A new door is going to be opened for you. It’s important for you to achieve your goals. Congratulations!
I am glad that you have taken the first step toward your success. You made it finally. Life has so much to offer you. It’s just the beginning. I am so proud of you.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for Daughter
My cutest daughter, my warm wishes for your graduation. Lots of love for your wonderful progress. I am happy that you have graduated. Days are not so far when you will touch another milestone.
You are walking toward the new paths of your life. I always wish that you are led toward the right path. I look forward to you achieving and accomplishing more success.
My little princess, you are the queen of my heart. I hope that you find more opportunities. A world full of opportunities and prosperity is waiting for you on your way.
I am happy that you are chasing your dreams. Set your goal. Never give up. Don’t stop learning more. Live your life to the fullest. Life will give you what you deserve.
My dear princess, I am so proud of this day. I was eagerly waiting for this day. Nothing makes me happier than seeing you graduate. I love you a lot!
Do you know how long we are waiting for this day? And the wait is finally over. I wish you the very best for the days that are coming on your way.
Dear sweet girl, you have achieved success after all these years of hard work. You have come a long way because of your strong determination. It’s not the destination. It’s just the starting point for your destination.
I know you have overcome so many challenges to reach this day. This day is making me so joyful. Let’s celebrate the day with our loved ones. Congratulations to my daughter.
My little angel, it seems that I was going to school with you yesterday and now you have grown
up. Now my sweet girl has graduated. I am so proud of you, my girl.
I hope that the best opportunities come your way to make a prosperous future for you. It’s a proud moment to celebrate. I know you will achieve more.
Kindergarten Graduation Message from Teacher
Your life is like a story my little prince. You are the writer of it. You have to make your story full of achievements like this. Fulfill your journey with potential.
Obstacles are the stumbling blocks that never let you succeed. Don’t see the obstacles only, see the achievement at the end of the road. I am proud of you.
Dear student, it’s a proud moment for me that you have graduated. Never give up when you want to be successful. Graduation is just the beginning of more success.
I can’t believe your kindergarten days end. Still, I remember the first day you entered the classroom and you were a little bit scared. I am happy about your graduation.
Tears came into my eyes. I am so proud that my student has graduated now. You are making your own dreams. I wish that you get more successful years like this.
As a teacher and mentor, it’s a proud moment for me to see my students graduate. You have done very well. You have made me happy and delighted. Congratulations!
I always thought that days are not so far when you will graduate. And finally, the day has come. It can never be too late to celebrate the success of my little champ.
Congratulations! You are one of my favorite students. I know that you will be doing great and make me proud. You have honored all my efforts. I appreciate your hard work.
Dear student, I wish you success in every step like this. I wish to see you happy with a bright future. I hope you have a smooth way for the next step.
I wish you a very successful life. Your success is my happiness as a teacher. I am the happiest today. I love you so much. Congratulations from your teacher.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for a Niece
Still, I remember your first day at school though you already have completed your graduation. It’s a pleasure for me that a shining future is waiting for you.
I can’t believe that you have graduated. Best wishes from my heart. It’s a beautiful time for you. It was always my dream to see you graduate. And you have fulfilled my dream.
I have just heard about your fantastic result. My joys knew no bounds. You have worked so hard to make this result. All the very best for the next step of your life.
We have seen how much hard you have worked and tried. Finally, you have made a good result. I always appreciate your success. I am proud of you, my niece.
Dear niece, it’s your day. Because you have graduated on this day. Believe in yourself that you can. Keep on working with honesty. Congratulations on your brilliant result.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for a Niece
You have made us proud. It’s not the end. Keep going and believe that you can achieve the unachievable things. If you want to be successful, I will always support you.
I have always believed in you. And you have proved me right. You have done everything to make us proud with all your efforts. Keep flourishing yourself to build a bright future.
It’s like a dream come true. I was really speechless when I came to know that you have graduated. You made it. My heartiest congratulations on your achievement.
It’s very surprising for me. It’s a special day for me to support you. I have supported you in every situation whenever you failed and encouraged you. Now step toward the biggest dream.
We want to enjoy this day with you. You are now a graduate. I can’t express in words how happy I am today. Don’t stop believing in your biggest dreams.
Kindergarten Graduation Messages from Parents
My dear, you are a graduate now. I am proud that you have come a long way. Do not stop and lose hope. Remember the sky’s the only limit.
Congratulations my little champ. It does not matter what you do. But give your best and do it with your heart. Always believe in yourself. Your parents are always with you.
It’s just the beginning. You have completed graduation. But you will still be learning. Keep going and keep learning. Believe that you can and you will be able to achieve anything you want in life.
I remember your first day at school. You were so nervous and scared. You have now come as a winner. We are the proud parents to see you succeed.
It’s a brilliant result and it’s the result of sleepless nights and the hard work of your parents. You are going through a bright future. We are so happy with this brilliant result.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for Nephew
Dear nephew, keep on dreaming. Your hard work and dedication have brought you closer to your success. You have graduated and my warm wishes on your graduation.
You have proved again that you can. I want you to see success in the future. You can turn the most impossible dream into a possible achievement. I wish you the best in your success.
It’s just the beginning. This step opens the door for more and more opportunities for you. I wish that you have more wonderful celebrations in your future life.
Still, I remember the first day at your school. Time flies so fast and it’s the end of your graduation days. You have made us proud. I wish that you become stronger every day.
I know you have waited a lot to reach this day. You have shown a great performance in this school. Your hard work is going to end and we want to celebrate now.
Congratulations! This brilliant result of graduation is the result of your hard work. Your success is our happiness. I believe that you will succeed in the future more than yesterday.
This day is going to open a lot more doors to success for you. But it’s going to be a wonderful celebration. Keep on working hard. Success will knock at your door.
It’s not so easy to achieve whatever you want in your life. But you made it finally. Keep faith in yourself. I could not be happier than this my nephew.
Change is inevitable. There will be a lot more changes coming on your way. Always do it for yourself and think positively. My best wishes for your future.
As you have already graduated, don’t stop here. Chase your dream and keep it going. We all are proud of your amazing success. Keep learning and give your best.
Inspirational Message for Kindergarten Graduation
No one can be successful in a day. It takes a lot of hard work to reach a goal. You have touched one of your significant milestones. I am proud of you.
Nothing makes people reach success until they give much effort. I am happy about the result of your journey. You are stronger than you think. Keep going.
No one can be successful in a day. They have to work hard and achieve their desired goal. You never know your worth unless you work for it.
There is no way to achieve anything if you don’t do it today. At the end of the day, you are going to win. Keep this belief in you and you will be the winner.
The more you read, the more you learn. Learning is never a waste of time. Remember that a little learning matters a lot. You never know what you can do unless you try for the best.
Don’t look back while you are walking on your way. Just keep faith in yourself. Believe that you can reach higher. The more you read, the more you will gain knowledge.
Inspirational Message for Kindergarten Graduation
Your life is a story and you have to write every step of your life with your works. This graduation is the beginning and let’s see what life gives you.
Obstacles are the stumbling blocks that do not let you reach your goal. You have graduated and nothing is happier than that to your family now.
In life, never give up on what you want to achieve. Understand that obstacles could not make you stop from achieving your success. Your bigger dreams are more powerful.
Everything seems impossible on the first day like your first day at school. But at the end of the journey, the best comes out. I am proud that you made it.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for Grandson
Well done my grandchild. I am very proud to see your success with my own eyes. My heartiest congratulations on your graduation and the brilliant result. I am so proud today.
I know you respect your dreams. You have proved again that you can. You will achieve more milestones. Each and every day you are climbing to your destination.
Dear grandson, you have done very well and you have proved that you are brilliant. I am excited to know your result. I can’t express how happy I am.
Your graduation moment has made us proud. I want to see your highest success. You are becoming the better version of yourself day by day. My heartiest congratulations to you.
You have completed the graduation finally. Nothing could be more precious to me. Your hard work has come to an end. Enjoy your day and celebrate with us.
You have come a long way. Let’s see what and what more life brings for you. You have proved that you can do it. Keep on working for your dreams.
That’s like my grandson! I am very much happy to see you graduate. Your success means everything to me. A lot more achievements are waiting on your way.
Finally, you have made us proud. Nothing can stop you until you stop yourself. It’s the first step only. You have to work for more stages of life. I wish you the very best.
You can achieve your goals by your hard work only. My heartiest congratulations on your brilliant result. My wishes are always with you. I am thankful that God has given me the chance to see your success.
Nothing makes me more cheerful than seeing you graduate. I am proud of your hard work and dedication. You have tried a lot and worked more. I wish you a great future.
Kindergarten Graduation Wishes for Granddaughter
For a grandfather, nothing is happier than seeing the granddaughter graduate. I wish that God always grants you progress toward a better life. You have made us proud. Congratulations!
I can say it proudly that you are the proud graduate of our family. We were eagerly waiting to see this day. Now it’s time for a celebration. I can’t be happier.
It’s a proud moment and be grateful to the people who as brought you this far. It’s an important stage of your life. My heartiest congratulations to my granddaughter.
With this brilliant result, I believe that you will achieve a lot more. I am excited to see your achievements in the future. You are going to have a bright future.
Don’t be worried about your failure. If you keep on worrying, you will fail every time. Take the opportunities that life gives you and make your path smooth. Congratulations!
I can’t go through a single day without praying for you. Every day I have prayed for you to see you graduate. Enter into the next stage with brave and hope.
I knew that a beautiful day like this is coming. God has answered my prayers finally. Don’t forget to say thanks to those who were always there for you and uplifted you.
Wow! It’s your outstanding achievement. I always knew that you are going to do something amazing. You have chosen a wonderful career. You are going to have a bright future.
Life is full of challenges and chances. As your grandmother, I will suggest you beat every challenge with brave and hope. A hopeful heart can bring a bright career.
You have graduated. Don’t forget your grandparents. We always pray for you. We always wish that God gives you the best and what you deserve. Good luck and congratulations!
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