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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
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Teacup
Rebecca Young
For the child facing a major transition or moving far away. This lyrical story uses a small teacup of earth to show how
Ages 4–8
We Are Okay
Nina LaCour
Solitude weighs heavy on Marin during a snowy winter break at college. She must confront the grief of her past to find a
Ages 14–18
With Your Paw in Mine
Jane Chapman
Two baby otters must lean on each other for comfort and safety when a sudden storm rolls in while their mothers are away
Ages 3–7
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420 books
Captain
Sam Angus
Fifteen-year-old Billy faces the harsh front lines of World War I, finding strength in the loyalty of his fellow soldier
Ages 10–15
You Are Here
Jennifer E. Smith
Emma and Peter set out on an impulsive road trip to find what's missing in their lives, only to uncover truths they neve
Ages 12–18
Mama's Home
Paul Vos Benkowski
A father and child share quiet moments together by the window, watching the world pass by while they eagerly wait for Ma
Ages 1–4
Papa and the Pioneer Quilt
Jean Van Leeuwen
During a long wagon train journey to Oregon, a young girl preserves her family’s history by collecting scraps of fabric
Ages 5–9
Oscar's Tower of Flowers
Lauren Tobia
While staying with his Nana, young Oscar grows a beautiful flower garden to share with all the neighbors in his new comm
Ages 3–7
He Forgot to Say Goodbye
Benjamin Alire Sáenz
For the teenager navigating the heavy silence of a father's absence and looking for a friend who truly understands the w
Ages 14–18
Ollie's Odyssey
William Joyce
For the child who shares an unbreakable bond with a stuffed friend and needs to know that love and bravery can overcome
Ages 7–12
Winnie-the-Pooh #1
Winnie-the-Pooh
A.A. Milne
Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends from the nursery go on gentle adventures involving honey bees, balloon rides, and expedi
Ages 4–10
Joanne Slazyk's Sports Stories #1
The Catcher
Joanne Slazyk
Jade’s championship softball season is thrown into chaos when her star pitcher and best friend suddenly walks off the te
Ages 10–14
Mama in the Moon
Doreen Cronin
After a scary fall, Baby Sloth finds comfort in the quiet night and the soothing presence of his mother waiting in the t
Ages 2–5
My Dragon Books
Diggory Doo, It's Moving Day!
Steve Herman
For the child feeling nervous about leaving their familiar bedroom and neighbors behind for a new, unknown house.
Ages 4–8
Lola #2
Lola's Moving Day
Anna McQuinn
For the preschooler preparing for a big move, this gentle story follows Lola as she packs up, says goodbye, and settles
Ages 2–5
Growing Up with Alex #1
Moving Day for Alex
Cynthia MacGregor
For the child feeling nervous about an upcoming move, this gentle story provides practical coping tools to handle the bi
Ages 4–8
Asha #1
Somewhere New
NZinga Dee
For the child feeling nervous about leaving their old bedroom or neighborhood behind, this book helps little ones proces
Ages 3–6
Waffles the Golden Retriever
Waffles the Golden Retriever Learns About Loss and Grief
Ashley Adams
For the child navigating the heavy feelings of losing a family pet or a loved one. Waffles the Golden Retriever offers a
Ages 3–8
Ninja Life Hacks #21
Sad Ninja
Mary Nhin
For the child who is feeling blue or struggling with loss, this book provides a comforting roadmap for naming and naviga
Ages 3–10
Goodnight Sports #1
Goodnight Baseball
Michael Dahl
For the young sports fan winding down after a high-energy day at the ballpark. This soothing rhythmic story helps transi
Ages 2–5
The Puppy Place #9
Bella
Ellen Miles
For the child who loves animals and needs to learn that loving someone sometimes means helping them find their own perfe
Ages 7–10
Uncle Vova's Tree
Patricia Polacco
Tradition and family warmth fill a farmhouse as relatives gather to celebrate a Russian Christmas and honor a beloved un
Ages 4–9
Death and Burial of Poor Cock Robin
Henry Louis Stephens
This classic nursery rhyme uses gentle animal characters and a rhythmic poem to introduce the concepts of saying goodbye
Ages 3–7
The Turkey Girl: A Zuni Cinderella Story
Penny Pollack
Turkeys weave a beautiful doeskin dress for a lonely girl, but her choice at a sacred dance determines if their magic—an
Ages 5–9
