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Poetry About Saying Goodbye
Explore poetry books about saying goodbye for children.
17 books
Mr. Cat, Why Don’t You Come Home?
Shantel McDaniel
For the child grappling with the disappearance of a beloved pet, this gentle story in verse offers a safe space to proce
Ages 3–8
Blanket & Bear, a Remarkable Pair
L. J. R. Kelly
When a favorite bear and blanket are accidentally left behind, the brave pair sets off on a long, rhyming journey to fin
Ages 3–7
To Everything
Bob Barner
For children navigating life's big changes, this rhythmic book uses vibrant collage art to explain that every feeling an
Ages 4–8
Countdown to Summer: A Poem for Every Day of the School Year
J. Patrick Lewis
A daily dose of whimsy for the whole school year. From the first bus ride to the final bell, these 180 poems capture the
Ages 6–11
Family Love #1
A Nanny's Love
Joy Joyfully
For the child who shares their days with a nanny, this book celebrates the deep bond and daily joys of having a special
Ages 1–5
The Built Series #2
The Den That Octopus Built
Randi Sonenshine
For children marveling at how animals protect their families, this lyrical journey explores the clever architecture and
Ages 4–8
Verla Kay's Historical Stories
Broken Feather
Verla Kay
A young girl named Broken Feather witnesses the transformation of the Nez Percé way of life as newcomers arrive and fore
Ages 6–10
Worlds Afire
Paul B. Janeczko
The devastating 1944 Hartford circus fire is remembered through haunting poems that capture a single afternoon of sudden
Ages 12–18
Very Best (Almost) Friends: Poems of Friendship
Paul B. Janeczko
Gentle verses capture the many faces of friendship, from the joy of shared secrets to the quiet moments of loneliness an
Ages 7–11
Poems for Tortured Souls
Liz Ison
For the teen navigating the highs and lows of first love, heartbreak, and the moody aesthetic of self-discovery through
Ages 12–18
Popina & Slumberina: The Ultimate 'Bye-Bye Blankie' Picture Book!
Irit Tal
For the toddler who isn't ready to let go of their favorite comfort object, this gentle rhyming story turns parting with
Ages 2–5
Falling Hard: 100 Love Poems by Teenagers
Betsy Franco
One hundred teenagers from all backgrounds share raw, honest poems about the messy reality of obsession, heartbreak, and
Ages 12–18
This Place I Know: Poems of Comfort
Georgia Heard
These gentle poems offer a quiet space for reflection and healing after the difficult events of September 11.
Ages 8–12
The Cremation of Sam McGee
Robert William Service
On a freezing Arctic trail, a man attempts to honor a strange final promise to his companion, Sam McGee, only to find a
Ages 8–12
Did You See What I Saw? Poems About School
Kay Winters
The everyday magic of the classroom comes to life through twenty-four poems covering everything from the first bell to t
Ages 4–8
Wherever You Go
Pat Zietlow Miller
A wandering rabbit hops past mountain peaks and through busy cities, finding that every winding road eventually leads ba
Ages 4–8
Here I Come!
Preschool, Here I Come!
D.J. Steinberg
Saying goodbye on the first day and watching butterflies hatch are all part of the fun in these joyful poems celebrating
Ages 3–5
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Young Adult
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Picture Books
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Middle Grade
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Graphic Novels
(50)
Early Readers
(16)
Board Books
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Saying Goodbye by Age Group
Books for Saying Goodbye for Ages 0–3
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Books for Saying Goodbye for Ages 8–11
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