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Chapter Books About Saying Goodbye – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Chapter Books About Saying Goodbye

Explore chapter books books about saying goodbye for children.

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Cover of The Strange Night Writing of Jessamine Colter

The Strange Night Writing of Jessamine Colter

Cynthia DeFelice

For the child grappling with the concept of life's end, this gentle story uses a touch of magic to explore legacy, prepa

Cover of Mama, Don't Go!

Yoko & Friends: School Days #1

Mama, Don't Go!

Yoko navigates the big feelings of a kindergarten morning and discovers a comforting truth with the help of a new friend

Cover of Philippa Fisher and the Fairy's Promise

Philippa Fisher #3

Philippa Fisher and the Fairy's Promise

For the child navigating a changing friendship or preparing for a big transition, this magical finale explores the beaut

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Cover of Earthquake in the Third Grade

Earthquake in the Third Grade

The world of a third-grade class is shaken up like a knocked-over ant farm when the students learn their favorite teache

Cover of My Friend, Loonie

My Friend, Loonie

For the child learning to navigate the bittersweet waves of loss, whether it is a beloved toy or a first experience with

Cover of No More Señora Mimí

No More Señora Mimí

For the child adjusting to a change in their daily routine or saying goodbye to a trusted caregiver who has become like

Cover of I Am Susannah

For the child feeling left behind as a best friend moves away, this story navigates the ache of loneliness and the coura

Cover of Trixie and Jinx

Trixie Koontz #2

Trixie and Jinx

Trixie the golden retriever feels a little lost and very lonely when her best friend Jinx heads off on a family vacation

Cover of Pete and Roland

Pete and Roland

Pete experiences the joy of a new blue parakeet in his backyard and the bittersweet realization that some friends are me

Cover of Letters From Wolfie

Letters From Wolfie

For the child grappling with the weight of a difficult decision or the pain of saying goodbye to a beloved pet for a gre

Cover of The Invisible String

The Invisible String

The Invisible String

For children struggling with separation anxiety, the loss of a loved one, or simply missing someone, this book provides

Cover of Greyling

A seal transformed into a boy lives happily with a Scottish couple until a daring rescue forces him to choose between hi

Cover of Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the Last Day of Kindergarten

Miss Bindergarten

Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the Last Day of Kindergarten

It is time to say goodbye to the classroom with a festive party as Miss Bindergarten and her students celebrate their fi

Cover of A Tale of Two Pretties

A Tale of Two Pretties

Massie and the Pretty Committee face their final curtain call as they navigate the bittersweet drama of saying goodbye t

Cover of The Year of Goodbyes

The Year of Goodbyes

For the child grappling with the pain of parting or learning about the gravity of history through the personal lens of f

Cover of Even If I Spill My Milk?

Even If I Spill My Milk?

Anna Grossnickle Hines

Jamie has a lot of questions for his parents as they get ready for a party. He is not quite ready for the babysitter to

Cover of I'll Always Come Back!

I'll Always Come Back!

For the child who feels nervous when saying goodbye at the classroom door, this gentle story provides the constant reass

Cover of Sandcastles Are Forever

Sandcastles Are Forever

For the child facing the bittersweet goodbye of a best friend moving away, this story uses the tide and sandcastles to s

Cover of My Mom Travels a Lot

My Mom Travels a Lot

Caroline Feller Bauer

For the child who misses a parent during business trips, this story explores the ups and downs of life when Mom works aw

Cover of As the Crow Flies

As the Crow Flies

Elizabeth Winthrop

For children navigating the complex emotions of long distance parenting. This gentle story validates the joy of a visit

Cover of Bunny's Staycation

Bunny's Staycation

When Mama has to go away for work, Papa helps Little Bunny turn their home into a land of imagination to pass the time u

Cover of Mama Baby

For the infant or toddler experiencing their first moments of separation anxiety, this gentle board book provides reassu

Cover of Don't Forget I Love You

Don't Forget I Love You

For the little one experiencing separation anxiety or first-day jitters, this gentle story offers the warm reassurance t

Cover of My Old Teddy

A well-loved teddy bear might be falling apart, but no brand-new toy can replace the comfort and history of a lifelong b

More Formats for Saying Goodbye

Young Adult(137)Picture Books(69)Middle Grade(68)Graphic Novels(50)Poetry(17)Early Readers(16)Board Books(3)

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