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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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3–5
6–8
9–12
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A Thief in the House of Memory
Tim Wynne-Jones
A mysterious death in his family’s old home forces sixteen-year-old Declan to piece together blurred memories of the mot
Ages 12–18
Miles
Miles to Go
Jamie Harper
A broken horn won't stop young Miles from getting to his first day of preschool in his very own car with Mom close by.
Ages 2–5
Once Upon America
It's Only Goodbye: An Immigrant Story
Virginia T. Gross
When his father is locked away during their 1892 voyage to America, ten-year-old Umberto must find the courage to naviga
Ages 7–10
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The Ship from Simnel Street
Jenny Overton
When a baker’s daughter travels to Lisbon to find her sweetheart at war, her family in London devises a massive plan to
Ages 10–14
Jacques and Spock #1
Jacques and Spock
David Michael Slater
For children processing the shock of a sudden change or separation, this whimsical tale shows that even when we look dif
Ages 4–8
Neighborhood Knight
Eleanor Schick
A city apartment becomes a sturdy castle as a young boy imagines himself as a brave knight sworn to protect his mother a
Ages 4–8
Shooting the Moon
Frances O'Roark Dowell
Twelve-year-old Jamie begins to see her military upbringing in a new light when her brother is sent to fight in the Viet
Ages 9–12
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
Dear Willie Rudd
Libba Moore Gray
A heartfelt letter attached to a kite carries an apology to a beloved former servant for the unfair rules of segregation
Ages 6–10
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
Imagine Harry
Kate Klise
For the child outgrowing an imaginary friend or starting to navigate the shifts of getting older. A soft look at the bit
Ages 4–8
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
On the Horizon
Lois Lowry
For the child grappling with the scale of history, this memoir in verse connects a young girl's memories to the lives lo
Ages 10–14
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
