Plant a Kiss: A Picture Book Celebrating Love and Kindness for Kids
By Amy Krouse Rosenthal
The Story
A little girl named Little Miss plants a kiss in the ground, then tends and believes in it as it grows into something far bigger than she imagined.
Why It's Special
For the kid who's just learning that small kindnesses count, this one turns a single kiss into a lesson about generosity that keeps giving.
- Big idea: Love multiplies when you give it away — small gestures can grow into something enormous.
- Vibes: Tender, hopeful, quietly glowing.
Perfect For Kids Who
- are working on understanding kindness and giving
- enjoy gentle, hopeful stories
- respond well to simple, poetic language
- like to talk about feelings and love
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What did Little Miss do to help her kiss grow?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Little Miss felt when she saw what her kiss became?
- Real-life connection: What is one small kind thing you could plant today, like a hug or a kiss?
- Imagination: What do you think a planted kiss might grow into?
