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Saying Goodbye
Books for Saying Goodbye
Books for Saying Goodbye – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,622 books
0–3 yrs
566 books
4–7 yrs
900 books
8–11 yrs
696 books
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(16)
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9–12
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The Blossom and the Firefly
Sherri L. Smith
For the reader grappling with heavy questions of duty, sacrifice, and finding beauty when the future feels uncertain or
Ages 12–18
Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear
Lindsay Mattick
A veterinarian rescues a bear cub in 1914 and brings her to the front lines of WWI, beginning a journey that eventually
Ages 4–9
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
John Boyne
For parents seeking to discuss the human cost of history, this haunting fable explores how innocence and friendship can
Ages 12–17
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Rascal
Sterling North
A boy and his pet raccoon share a carefree summer of adventure in a small Midwestern town just as a world at war begins
Ages 8–14
Vampire Academy #3
Shadow Kiss
Richelle Mead
For teens grappling with the weight of responsibility and the haunting echo of loss while trying to protect those they l
Ages 14–18
Daisy the Dog #1
A Ball for Daisy
Chris Raschka
Daisy’s world feels blue after her favorite red ball is destroyed, capturing the heavy sadness and quiet recovery that c
Ages 3–7
The Indian in the Cupboard #1
The Indian in the Cupboard
Lynne Reid Banks
When Omri turns a key in an old medicine cabinet, his plastic toy comes to life, sparking a journey of friendship and th
Ages 8–12
Ranger's Apprentice #11
The Lost Stories
John Flanagan
Centuries after they protected the kingdom, the hidden adventures and phantom battles of the legendary Rangers, Halt and
Ages 10–14
Nothing Sung and Nothing Spoken
Nita Tyndall
In the underground jazz clubs of Nazi-era Berlin, Charlotte and Geli find love and a dangerous spark of rebellion throug
Ages 14–18
The Gilgamesh Trilogy #3
The Last Quest of Gilgamesh
Ludmila Zeman
King Gilgamesh braves the Sea of Death and scorching deserts to find the secret of eternal life, only to discover that t
Ages 6–12
The Indian in the Cupboard #2
The Return of the Indian
Lynne Reid Banks
Omri uses a magic cupboard to bring back his friend Little Bear, but he soon realizes that people and circumstances have
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club: Friends Forever #1
Everything Changes
Ann M. Martin
For the child facing a big life transition, this gentle story follows two sisters navigating a grandmother's wedding and
Ages 8–12
Dear America #6
Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie
Kristiana Gregory
Chapped lips, blowing dust, and axle grease mark the grueling five-hundred-mile trek toward Oregon as the true dangers o
Ages 8–12
My Dragon Books
Help Your Dragon Overcome Separation Anxiety
Steve Herman
For children who struggle with saying goodbye at school or daycare, this gentle story provides practical coping tools to
Ages 3–8
I Miss You Most
Cassie Hoyt
For the child grappling with the heavy feeling of missing someone special, whether they are far away or gone, this gentl
Ages 4–8
Sesame Street
Hello, Friends!
BuzzPop
Perfect for toddlers learning to navigate social world, this Sesame Street board book helps little ones practice greetin
Ages 1–3
A Flicker of Hope: A Story of Migration
Cynthia Harmony
For the child navigating the bittersweet emotions of a loved one's seasonal departure and the hopeful wait for their ret
Ages 4–8
Heart in the Pocket
Laurence Bourguignon
For the child who feels nervous about being away from a parent. A comforting story about a little kangaroo who finds the
Ages 3–6
Letters from Bear
Gauthier David
For the child adjusting to a long-distance move or needing to maintain a connection with someone far away.
Ages 4–8
Clementine #3
Clementine's Letter
Sara Pennypacker
For the child who struggles with changes in routine or feels a deep, possessive loyalty to a favorite teacher.
Ages 7–10
Ditty Bird
Spanish Bedtime Songs
Ditty Bird
For the child who feels left behind or worries about being replaced. This heartwarming journey follows five loyal househ
Ages 5–10
Faraway Island #1
A Faraway Island
Annika Thor
Two sisters flee 1939 Vienna for a remote Swedish island, where they must navigate a new language and cold foster parent
Ages 9–13
The Best Dog in the World
Alice Hoffman
For the child grieving the loss of a pet. This tender story provides a safe space to remember a furry friend and underst
Ages 4–8
The Cookie-Flower Rock Kids #1
Moving Day
Dionna L. Hayden
For the child feeling nervous about a big move. This gentle story helps little ones process the whirlwind of packing box
Ages 4–8
