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Books for Making an Apology for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Making an Apology for Ages 8–11

Explore our collection of children's books about making an apology recommended for kids ages 8–11.

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Dencey Coffyn #1

Downright Dencey

Caroline Dale Snedeker

For the child who has ever felt the weight of a past mistake and longs to make it right through quiet acts of kindness a

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Rumer Godden's Doll Stories #6

For the child navigating the messy feelings of neighborly envy and the challenge of making things right after a impulsiv

Cover of Draw the Line

Two boys discover the magic of connection when their hand-drawn lines meet, only to face a sudden tangle when a misstep

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Cover of This Is Just to Say: Poems of Apology and Forgiveness

This Is Just to Say: Poems of Apology and Forgiveness

Joyce Sidman

For the child grappling with the weight of a mistake or the difficulty of forgiving a friend, this collection uses poetr

Ages 8–12

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For the child who focuses so much on winning the prize that they forget the point of the rules, helping them navigate th

Cover of I Did It, I'm Sorry

I Did It, I'm Sorry

Caralyn Buehner

For the child learning to navigate mistakes, this interactive guide uses animal scenarios to explore honesty, responsibi

Cover of The Big Bad Lies

The Rizzlerunk Club #2

The Big Bad Lies

Leslie Patricelli

For the child who has ever felt a tiny fib grow into a giant problem. This illustrated story explores how to face mistak

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Oh No, Bobo! You're in Trouble

For the child who tried to hide a mistake and found the secret growing bigger. A high-energy look at why honesty is bett

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Confessions of a Candy Snatcher

Phoebe Sinclair

For the child grappling with a bad choice they made and the heavy weight of secrets, this verse novel explores how to ow

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T-Rex Is Missing!

Morgie is sure his best friend took his favorite dinosaur toy, but he soon realizes that jumping to conclusions means ha

Cover of The Day Moon and Earth Had an Argument

The Day Moon and Earth Had an Argument

For the child navigating a first 'big fight' with a friend, this cosmic adventure shows why even the closest pairs need

Cover of I Am Human: A Book of Empathy

I Am Human: A Book of Empathy

A child looks inward to find what it means to be human, embracing the power of empathy, the weight of mistakes, and the

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Horrible Harry #26

Horrible Harry and the Dragon War

Best friends Harry and Song Lee have reached a breaking point over a dragon project, leaving the rest of Room 3B caught

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For the child navigating the ups and downs of a first best friendship, this story offers a gentle mirror for when a smal

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Desmond and the Very Mean Word

Desmond Tutu, Douglas Carlton Abrams

For the child grappling with the sting of an insult or unfair treatment. This story helps little ones navigate big feeli

Cover of Bases Loaded

Gloria’s harsh criticism of her teammates leads to constant fighting, threatening the future of the team and their coach

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The Pros & Cons of Being a Frog

A shy boy and a vibrant girl bond over an unusual frog costume, but a moment of frustration threatens their new connecti

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Princess Prunella and the Purple Peanut

Margaret Atwood

Prunella is a very prissy princess until a wise woman's spell sprouts a purple peanut right on her nose.

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Miracle at Clement's Pond

Patricia Pendergraft

Three friends leave a baby on a neighbor's porch, triggering a wave of belief in a town miracle that leaves thirteen-yea

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Ben Draws Trouble

For the child whose honest observations or creative hobbies sometimes land them in hot water with others.

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Jennifer Donnelly

A mischievous boy learns a sugary but sharp lesson about behavior when he is served exactly what he deserves.

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Rebbe Mendel #1

Adventures with Rebbe Mendel

Nathan Sternfeld

Join Rebbe Mendel for a year of classroom adventures where every daily lesson becomes a fun and meaningful journey for h

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Clyde the Hippo #4

For the child who tried to cover up a mistake and felt it weighing on them. This playful story visualizes a lie as a gro

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Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo #19

Gotcha! Gotcha Back!

Practical jokes with pepper gum and whoopee cushions take a wild turn when Katie suddenly transforms into the friend who

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