The honor recognizes Winkler's service to children with dyslexia and special education needs.
Winkler has spent much of his free time the last two years touring Britain, discussing learning difficulties.
The actor, who can now put Honorary OBE, after his name, has acknowledged his own dyslexia as a child. He has authored 17 books for children about Hank Zipzer, a young man with Dyslexia. Zipzer's stories are based on Winkler's own childhood struggles in school.
Winkler said he is flattered to have his work recognized and that receiving the honor was a very humbling experience.
"My goal when I started working with children was to change how people think about those around them for whom learning is a struggle. I am overwhelmed to have had my work recognized in this manner and hope to continue showing children that no matter how they learn, they have brilliance in them," said Winkler.
