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Saying Goodbye
Books for Saying Goodbye
Books for Saying Goodbye – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,779 books
0–3 yrs
593 books
4–7 yrs
951 books
8–11 yrs
740 books
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9–12
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The Castle in the Attic #1
The Castle in the Attic
Elizabeth Winthrop
For the child grappling with the bittersweet transition of a caregiver leaving or needing to find their own inner streng
Ages 8–12
Upstaged
Robin Easter
Final bows and secret crushes collide at theater camp as Ash manages a huge production while trying not to drift away fr
Ages 8–12
A Stone for Sascha
Aaron Becker
Grieving the loss of her beloved dog, a young girl finds a sense of peace and connection to history while gathering ston
Ages 5–9
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12–18 yrs
420 books
This is Not the End
Chandler Baker
Resurrection is a reality, but Lake Devereaux only gets one choice; she must decide which loved one to bring back to lif
Ages 14–18
Clarice the Brave
Lisa McMann
Separated from her brother and stuck on a leaky boat with a cat, a small ship mouse must find the courage to survive the
Ages 8–12
Tadpole's Promise
Jeanne Willis
A caterpillar and a tadpole fall in love and promise never to change, but nature has other plans for this doomed pond ro
Ages 4–8
When Cherry Blossoms Fall
Katrina Goldsaito
The Japanese concept of mono-no-aware helps a young girl find beauty in the fleeting life of cherry blossoms and the mem
Ages 4–8
The Bear and the Moon
Matthew Burgess
A floating balloon brings instant joy to Bear's life, leading to a gentle lesson about friendship, accidental loss, and
Ages 3–5
ANZAC Stories #1
Jim's Letters
Glyn Harper
For children processing the distance of a loved one or learning about family history, this moving story explores the bon
Ages 8–12
Gossip Girl #12
I Will Always Love You
Cecily von Ziegesar
For the teenager grappling with the bittersweet end of an era, this finale explores how friendships evolve and secrets r
Ages 14–18
When Jessie Came Across the Sea
Amy Hest
Leaving her grandmother and her tiny village behind is heartbreaking, but a brave young girl sets sail for a brand-new l
Ages 6–10
Pioneer Daughters #1
Hannah of Fairfield
Jean Van Leeuwen
Hannah faces the realities of the Revolutionary War as her brother prepares to fight, all while managing the daily chall
Ages 7–10
Bear and Mouse #7
A Fall Day for Bear
Bonny Becker
When the changing leaves leave Mouse feeling blue, his grumpy friend Bear must find a way to offer comfort and bring bac
Ages 3–7
The Apothecary #3
The After-Room
Maile Meloy
Janie and Benjamin must prevent a nuclear disaster while navigating a world of spies, sinister magicians, and a dangerou
Ages 10–14
Unspeakable
Caroline Pignat
Ellie survived the sinking of the Empress of Ireland, and now she must trade her painful memories to a journalist to rec
Ages 12–18
Love Waves
Rosemary Wells
Invisible waves of affection travel from parents at work back to their child at home, creating a steady pulse of comfort
Ages 2–5
Book Buddies #1
Ivy Lost and Found
Cynthia Lord
For children navigating family changes or feeling 'replaced' by new circumstances, this story about a doll and a girl of
Ages 6–9
The Penderwicks #5
The Penderwicks at Last
Jeanne Birdsall
The Penderwick family returns to the grand Arundel estate for a wedding, giving young Lydia her first chance to explore
Ages 8–12
The Emperor's Winding Sheet
Jill Paton Walsh
Shipwrecked and hungry, an English boy is swept into the court of Constantine, where the king claims him as a mandatory
Ages 11–15
Ballet Slippers #4
A Glass Slipper for Rosie
Patricia Reilly Giff
Rosie is head over heels for her ballet class performance of Cinderella, but she must find a way to keep her grandfather
Ages 6–9
Aquarium
Cynthia Alonso
A bright red fish leaps into a young girl's life, sparking a silent and beautiful story about the wonders of friendship
Ages 3–5
Pandora
Victoria Turnbull
Pandora the fox lives a quiet life in a junkyard until she rescues a blue bird whose gift of seeds begins to change her
Ages 4–8
Caribou
Meg Wolitzer
When Becca's brother flees to Canada to avoid the Vietnam War draft, their family is left to grapple with the painful di
Ages 10–14
The Big Ugly Monster and the Little Stone Rabbit
Chris Wormell
For children who feel misunderstood or like they don't fit in, this moving tale explores finding connection despite bein
Ages 4–8
