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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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(1128)
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(137)
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(69)
Middle Grade
(68)
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(50)
Poetry
(17)
Early Readers
(16)
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(3)
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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Bone #9
Crown of Horns
Jeff Smith
For the reader ready to see a long journey through to the end, this finale explores what it means to face the ultimate d
Ages 9–14
Someday a Tree
Eve Bunting
When pollution poisons a beloved old oak tree, a young girl and her neighbors fight to save it before turning toward a h
Ages 4–8
The 39 Clues #6
In Too Deep
Jude Watson
Amy and Dan hunt for clues in Australia, but painful family memories and a deadly mistake make it impossible to tell the
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
392 books
Home That Means the World, A
Victoria Turnbull
For the child feeling adrift after a big move. This gentle story uses a touch of magic to help little ones process the s
Ages 3–6
After Tupac and D Foster
Jacqueline Woodson
When D Foster arrives in a quiet Queens neighborhood, she brings a new perspective on freedom and music that changes her
Ages 10–14
Phebe Fairchild: Her Book
Lois Lenski
A young girl leaves her home to live with strict Puritan relatives in a 19th-century Connecticut village while her paren
Ages 8–12
The Chalet School #14
The Chalet School in Exile
Elinor M. Brent-Dyer
Follow a school's harrowing journey across borders as students and teachers flee the rise of the Nazi Party, seeking saf
Ages 10–15
Night Catch
Brenda Ehrmantraut
For the child feeling the distance of a parent's military deployment. This soothing story uses the North Star to bridge
Ages 3–8
Anna and the French Kiss #3
Isla and the Happily Ever After
Stephanie Perkins
The dizzying heights of first love meet the daunting uncertainty of life after high school in this romantic coming-of-ag
Ages 14–18
Heartland #20
Always There
Lauren Brooke
Amy is torn between her devotion to the family horse stable and the daunting reality of leaving home for college as a my
Ages 9–14
A Thousand Boy Kisses #1
A Thousand Boy Kisses
Tillie Cole
Rune returns to Georgia to find out why Poppy, his childhood soulmate, stopped speaking to him two years ago.
Ages 14–18
Incredible Jumbo
Barbara Smucker
For the child who forms deep attachments to animals and struggles with the idea of saying goodbye to a beloved friend.
Ages 8–12
Hope Is An Open Heart
Lauren Thompson
Rhythmic words and gentle photographs reveal how to find strength and keep an open heart during difficult times.
Ages 4–8
Cirque Du Freak #12
Sons of Destiny
Darren Shan
Darren enters a final, high-stakes showdown to outsmart a prophecy that demands a choice between his own death or becomi
Ages 12–17
Divergent #3
Allegiant
Veronica Roth
The truth about a fractured society finally comes to light, forcing impossible choices between love and loyalty in this
Ages 13–18
The Maze Runner
Crank Palace
James Dashner
For the teen processing a difficult goodbye or facing an inevitable transition. This story explores finding dignity and
Ages 13–18
WonderWits #2
Wonder Worlds
Lisa Thompson
Luke and Sophie set out on an urgent quest to find a reclusive author after learning their favorite comic series is comi
Ages 7–10
Persephone and the Pomegranate
Kris Waldherr
For children navigating the ache of being away from a parent, this lushly painted myth explores the deep bond between mo
Ages 5–9
Lisa of Willesden Lane
Mona Golabek, Lee Cohen
For the child facing a major life transition who needs to see how courage and a passion for art can provide a sense of h
Ages 8–12
Wonderful Goodbyes
Kelly Wu
For the child preparing to say a final farewell to a pet. This gentle story helps families honor a beloved companion by
Ages 4–8
Fox Ridge
While We're Young
K. L. Walther
For the teenager navigating the bittersweet tension between holding onto high school memories and the daunting, exciting
Ages 14–18
The Three Rancheros #2
Louisiana's Way Home
Kate DiCamillo
When Granny whisks Louisiana away in the dead of night, a long road trip leads to a quirky Georgia town and the search f
Ages 8–12
The Odds #3
Odds & Ends
Amy Ignatow
For the child preparing to say goodbye to middle school and navigate the bittersweet transition of growing up and moving
Ages 8–12
Belvedere #2
Belvedere in the City
Kate Ryan
For the child feeling lonely when a friend moves away, this heartwarming journey follows a brave koala determined to reu
Ages 3–7
