Raising kids who will show empathy and kindness toward others is, understandably, a big priority for parents today. There are many ways to teach children to be forces for good in the world, like reading them books that promote positive messages.

Just as children’s books can be powerful tools, parenting books may also help caregivers learn how to instill lessons of compassion, acceptance, kindness and friendship in their kids.

We’ve rounded up 10 parenting books that promote emotional intelligence, empathy and kindness.