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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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Chapter Books
(1128)
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(137)
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(69)
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(68)
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(50)
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(17)
Early Readers
(16)
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(3)
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0–2
3–5
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9–12
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Apple Tree Christmas
Trinka Hakes Noble
When a powerful storm topples a beloved apple tree in 1881, a farm family finds a way to turn the loss into a beautiful,
Ages 5–9
Lily and Bear #1
Silly Doggy!
Adam Stower
Lily is delighted with the big, hairy doggy in her backyard, even if he eats the ball instead of fetching it and acts su
Ages 3–6
Rechenka's Eggs
Patricia Polacco
When a clumsy goose accidentally breaks Babushka's hand-painted treasures, a quiet miracle transforms their home in this
Ages 4–9
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12–18 yrs
392 books
Footwork: The Story of Fred and Adele Astaire
Roxane Orgill
Before the Hollywood fame, Fred and Adele Astaire were a hardworking sibling duo dancing through the demanding world of
Ages 6–10
Grace in Space
Obai Al-Alloush
Grace spends her days studying planets and her nights counting stars until she finally gets the chance to journey into t
Ages 4–8
Lubna and Pebble
Wendy Meddour
For the child adjusting to life in a new place or seeking comfort in a difficult transition. This gentle story explores
Ages 4–8
The Underground Toy Society
Jessica D. Adams
For the child who wonders what happens to their old toys and needs a gentle reminder about the importance of donating an
Ages 4–8
The Mysterious Disappearance of Aidan S.
David Levithan
For the child who feels misunderstood by their peers or family, this story explores what happens when a brother returns
Ages 8–12
Good Luck, Mrs. K!
Louise Borden
For children processing the news that a teacher or adult they love is sick, this book provides a roadmap for empathy and
Ages 6–9
In a Village by the Sea
Muon Van
For children experiencing the quiet ache of missing a loved one, this lyrical story offers a soothing connection between
Ages 4–8
Grammy Lamby and the Secret Handshake
Kate Klise
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big public hugs or slobbery kisses, this sweet story explores how to set boundari
Ages 3–7
Sweetgrass Basket
Marlene Carvell
Two Mohawk sisters rely on their bond to survive the harsh conditions and cruelty of a Pennsylvania Indian boarding scho
Ages 10–14
Battle Cry
Jan Neubert Schultz
For the young reader processing the reality that heroes face real danger and difficult choices during times of national
Ages 10–14
Jack's New Boat
written and ill. by Sarah McMenemy
For the child who loves the sea and needs a reminder that lost treasures can lead to new adventures, even when things do
Ages 3–7
The Green Ember #1
The Green Ember
S.D. Smith
For the child grappling with sudden change or loss who needs to see that even the small and afraid can stand tall agains
Ages 8–12
Composer's Specials
Pictures at an Exhibition
Anna Harwell Celenza
Grief and friendship collide in nineteenth-century Russia, where the loss of a dear friend inspires composer Modest Muss
Ages 6–11
Lifeboat 12
Susan Hood
For the child who needs to see that even in the darkest storms, courage and teamwork can lead you home. A gripping survi
Ages 8–12
Faraway Grandpa
Roberta Karim
For the child noticing a grandparent becoming forgetful, this story provides gentle sensory tools to maintain their lovi
Ages 4–8
The Runaway Bunny
Margaret Wise Brown
A mother bunny promises she will always find her little one, no matter where he hides or how far he runs in this tender
Ages 2–5
Escape From Saigon: How a Vietnamese War Orphan Became an American Boy
Andrea Warren
Long, an orphan born in Saigon, journeys from the final days of the Vietnam War to a new life in Ohio in this true story
Ages 9–13
When Daddy's Truck Picks Me Up
Jana Novotny Hunter
For the child who counts down the minutes until school is over and yearns for a parent to return, this rhythmic story of
Ages 2–5
Bunnicula #2
Howliday Inn
James Howe
Harold and Chester are stuck at a creepy pet resort where unearthly howls and disappearing guests suggest that check-out
Ages 8–12
The Only Child
Guojing
A young girl wanders into a dreamlike world of misty forests and giant companions in this wordless, soft-pencil journey
Ages 5–10
Ming Goes to School
Deirdre Sullivan
Ming is brave enough to touch worms and walk the plank, but she might need a little more time before she tackles the big
Ages 3–6
