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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+
Silly Doggy!
Adam Stower
Lily is thrilled with her new pet, but the neighbors might see a giant bear instead of a silly doggy in this sweet story
Ages 3–6
Cousins Forever
Charikleia Arkolaki
For the child who misses a faraway relative, this dual-language story shows how video calls and summer visits keep the c
Ages 3–8
The Forest
Riccardo Bozzi
Dazzling paintings and tactile die cuts transform a walk through the woods into a moving metaphor for the journey of a l
Ages 5–12
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12–18 yrs
420 books
Breathing Room
Marsha Hayles
Deep friendships provide a lifeline for young girls living in a 1940s tuberculosis sanatorium as they face the realities
Ages 10–14
Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine and a Miracle
Brian Dennis, Kirby Larson, Mary Nethery
For children processing the pain of separation or the deep need for a safe place to belong. This true story celebrates t
Ages 6–10
The Lost Sunflower
Walter Hultgren
For the child grappling with the ending of a season or the concept of loss, this gentle story shows how life transforms
Ages 3–7
The Snow Wife
Robert D. San Souci
A woodcutter breaks a solemn vow after meeting a terrifying snow woman. To win back his lost wife, he must embark on a t
Ages 6–10
A Pack for Summer
Eliana Lee
For the child who feels the sting of a lonely summer when friends depart. A gentle exploration of finding your own pace
Ages 4–8
Starting School with Weezy
Kelsey Goodson
For the child feeling nervous about their very first day of preschool or kindergarten. A comforting story about bringing
Ages 3–6
Subway Story
written and illustrated by Julia Sarcone-Roach
Travel through New York City with a busy subway car and see what happens when its tracks end and a brand-new adventure b
Ages 4–8
Goodbye Mousie
Robie H. Harris
Saying goodbye is hard when a pet mouse dies. This sensitive story follows a young boy through the sadness and the small
Ages 3–8
Sophie #4
Sophie's Lucky
Dick King-Smith
A trip to visit Great Aunt Al in the beautiful Scottish Highlands brings a wonderful and life-changing surprise for Soph
Ages 6–9
Moving Away Will Be Okay!
Kellie Carte-Sears
For children facing the big transition of moving, this comforting story validates the sadness of leaving while building
Ages 4–8
Rascal #14
Rascal Runs Away
Paul Jennings
Rascal the dragon behaves just like a dog, but when he runs away twice, Ben is in for a heartwarming surprise at the end
Ages 4–7
Letter to the Lake
Susan Marie Swanson
For the child who misses the magic of summer or feels a bit of the winter blues. This quiet story explores how imaginati
Ages 3–8
Another Summer
Kara Kentley
For the child grappling with the bitter-sweetness of time passing. This gentle story helps families celebrate fleeting m
Ages 4–8
Wishes
Mượn Thị Văn
Beneath the cover of night, a family leaves everything behind to face the waves in search of safety and a new beginning
Ages 4–8
Nosotros Means Us
Paloma Valdivia
A mother uses soothing words and art to assure her child that her love will remain constant and enduring, no matter wher
Ages 3–7
A Million Miles from Boston
Karen Day
Lucy expects a perfect final summer at her family cottage in Maine, but the arrival of unexpected guests threatens to ch
Ages 8–12
What the Heart Knows
Joyce Sidman
Gentle verses and surreal art offer a quiet space to process heavy feelings like seeking forgiveness or mending a broken
Ages 10–18
While You're Away
Jessa Holbrook
For the teenager navigating the messy reality of a summer romance and the guilt of a broken promise while their partner
Ages 14–18
Welcome, Brown Bird
Mary Lyn Ray
A single wood thrush travels thousands of miles, connecting the lives of two boys who live in very different parts of th
Ages 4–8
Good Boy, Always
Dorothy Parkes
For the family finding comfort in the hope that a beloved pet remains a faithful, happy companion in the afterlife.
Ages 3–8
Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Maudie Powell-Tuck
For the child missing a loved one during the holidays, this magical journey bridges the distance between a young girl an
Ages 3–7
