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Chapter Books About Saying Goodbye
Explore chapter books books about saying goodbye for children.
1,128 books
Where are Momma, Poppa, and Sister June?
Dick Gackenbach
A young child wanders through a quiet house wondering where Momma, Poppa, and June have gone until a hidden note provide
Ages 3–7
Orfe
Cynthia Voigt
For the teenager grappling with a friend's self-destructive choices or the heavy weight of trying to save someone they l
Ages 12–18
But No Candy
Gloria Houston
As her uncle fights overseas in World War II, Lee watches the candy jars empty and realizes her quiet life at the family
Ages 5–9
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Almost Forever
Maria Testa
For children facing a long separation from a parent, this gentle story in verse captures the quiet ache of waiting and t
Ages 8–12
Annie and the Wild Animals
Jan Brett
While searching the snowy woods for her lost cat, Annie tries to befriend grumpy bears and wild animals before spring br
Ages 4–8
Keeping Score
Linda Sue Park
In 1951 Brooklyn, a nine-year-old Dodgers fan forms an unlikely bond with a Giants supporter through the shared language
Ages 8–12
I'll Never Let You Go
Marianne Richmond
Edward the bear loves his blankie more than anything, but his mother helps him understand why his best friend has to sta
Ages 3–6
Jada Jones #1
Rock Star
Kelly Starling Lyons
Jada finds comfort in her rock collection after her best friend moves away, but a challenging science project forces her
Ages 6–9
Kara and Rabbit #1
Missing Rabbit
Roni Schotter
For children navigating life between two homes, this gentle story provides comfort and validates the big feelings that c
Ages 4–8
Undead Pets #6
Flight of the Pummeled Parakeet
Sam Hay
Joe has a very strange job: helping undead pets. Now, he must find a way to help Petey the ghost parakeet find his wings
Ages 7–10
Puppet
David Almond
For the child curious about the magic of the everyday, this lyrical story explores the beauty of creation and the gentle
Ages 8–12
The Key to Every Thing
Pat Schmatz
Tash finally finds a sense of belonging at summer camp, only to return home and find that her beloved neighbor and prote
Ages 8–12
The Wolves of Mercy Falls #1
Shiver
Maggie Stiefvater
Grace has spent years watching the wolves behind her house, but now a specific yellow-eyed wolf is watching her back wit
Ages 13–18
The Minstrel and the Dragon Pup
Rosemary Sutcliff
When a traveling minstrel's beloved dragon pup is kidnapped by a cruel showman, his music loses its magic until he can b
Ages 7–10
Rain Before Rainbows
Smriti Prasadam-Halls
For children navigating difficult transitions or emotional storms. This lyrical journey uses nature as a metaphor to sho
Ages 3–8
Grandpa Is Here!
Tanya Rosie
For the child preparing to welcome a long-distance relative. This lyrical story explores the deep sensory and emotional
Ages 3–7
Big Dog
Dale Gottlieb
Woody the puppy provides a world of comfort to a fearful girl, but as he grows into a massive dog, his family must face
Ages 3–7
Everyone Asked about You
Theodore Faro Gross
From baseball players on Earth to the Empress of Jupiter, Charlie tells Nora that the entire universe has been asking wh
Ages 4–8
Gossip Girl #9
Only in Your Dreams
Cecily von Ziegesar
High school is over and the Upper East Side is heating up as friends scatter from London to the Hamptons for one last si
Ages 14–18
Belinda
Pamela Allen
For the child who thrives on routine and faces anxiety when a primary caregiver is away, this silly farmyard tale offers
Ages 3–7
The Map to Everywhere #4
Iron Tide Rising
Carrie Ryan, John Parke Davis
For the child who loves the thrill of a grand finale and needs to see how even the biggest differences can be set aside
Ages 8–12
The Night Whale
Bryher Mackenzie
For children navigating the quiet ache of missing someone special, this magical journey offers a gentle way to understan
Ages 3–7
Henry Bear #1
Henry Bear's Park
David McPhail
Henry Bear takes on a big job looking after the park while his father travels far away in a hot air balloon.
Ages 6–9
Sway
Amber McRee Turner
Ten-year-old Cass finds magic and creativity in her supposedly boring father during a summer road trip after her idolize
Ages 8–12
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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Books for Saying Goodbye for Ages 0–3
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Books for Saying Goodbye for Ages 4–7
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Books for Saying Goodbye for Ages 8–11
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