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Saying Goodbye
Books for Saying Goodbye
Books for Saying Goodbye – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,776 books
0–3 yrs
591 books
4–7 yrs
950 books
8–11 yrs
740 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Seababy
Ellen Levine
A storm-tossed baby otter finds hope and a new family when humans and a surrogate otter mother step in to help him recov
Ages 4–8
Kamishibai Man
Allen Say
An elderly storyteller returns to the city streets he once knew, searching for an audience in a world transformed by the
Ages 4–9
Telephone Tales
Gianni Rodari
For the child who loves 'one more story' at bedtime, these bite-sized, surreal tales bridge the distance between a trave
Ages 5–10
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12–18 yrs
420 books
Dear Daisy, Get Well Soon
Maggie Smith
Cheer up a sick friend with a new gift for every day of the week, from colorful cards to five bright balloons, while pra
Ages 3–6
Sports Illustrated Kids Goodnight Sports
Goodnight Gymnastics
Mandy R. Marx
For the young athlete who isn't ready to leave the gym, this soothing story helps bridge the transition from high-energy
Ages 4–7
Santa Paws #3
Santa Paws, Come Home
Nicholas Edwards
For the child who loves animal heroes and needs a reminder that courage and loyalty can light the way home even when thi
Ages 8–12
Butterfly Hill #1
I Lived on Butterfly Hill
Marjorie Agosín
For a child grappling with a major move or separation from family. This poetic story explores finding strength and keepi
Ages 10–14
September 12th: We Knew We Would Be All Right
First-Grade Students of H. Byron Masterson Elementary
After a national tragedy, a classroom of first graders shares a hopeful message that through small, everyday moments, we
Ages 5–9
With Love from Maisy
Lucy Cousins
Maisy has special gifts for all her friends; pull the tabs and lift the flaps to see what is inside each surprise packag
Ages 2–5
Playtime Books
I've Lost My Teddy!
Barbara Mossmann
Lola the baby monkey has lost her beloved teddy bear, and the whole family is joining the search to bring her companion
Ages 2–6
Usborne Picture Books
In the Nest
Anna Milbourne
Watch as a mother bird carefully weaves her home, tends to her eggs, and teaches her chicks everything they need to know
Ages 3–7
Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tales
Little Ida's Flowers
Hans Christian Andersen
Little Ida discovers the secret life of her garden when she learns exactly what her flowers do at night to make them loo
Ages 5–9
Porcupine's Christmas Blues
Jane Breskin Zalben
The holiday season feels heavy and lonely for Porcupine until his friends step in to share their warmth and support.
Ages 4–8
A Perfect Nose for Ralph
Jane Breskin Zalben
Ralph the panda has lost his fuzzy black nose, leading a young boy on a patient search to find the perfect replacement f
Ages 3–7
Tangerines and Tea, My Grandparents and Me
Ona Gritz
Crisp autumn air and zithers under the stars set the scene for an alphabet journey through a warm, weekend visit with gr
Ages 3–7
Rhino Romp
Jean Craighead George
Little Simu the rhino wanders away to play on the wide African plains, finding his way back to safety with the help of h
Ages 3–7
The Lost Things Club
J. S. Puller
Leah spends her summer in Chicago gently supporting her younger cousin as he tries to heal from the trauma of a school s
Ages 8–12
Ducky Duckling #1
Splish, Splash, Ducky!
Lucy Cousins
Ducky Duckling loves every splashy moment of a rainy day adventure, but he finds himself feeling a little blue when the
Ages 0–3
Heron Cove
Ruth Wallace-Brodeur
A quiet summer in Maine becomes a time of growth and connection as Sage finds belonging through the steady kindness of t
Ages 8–12
Little Pig #2
Little Pig's Bouncy Ball
Alan Baron
Little Pig is very upset after Dan Dog makes off with his favorite ball in this colorful and relatable backyard drama.
Ages 2–5
Piglet #3
Piglet and Granny
Margaret Wild
The anticipation of a visit from Granny keeps Piglet busy with high-energy farmyard antics while she waits for her favor
Ages 2–5
Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa #5
School Days
Erica Silverman
Kate is excited to start school and make new friends, but she worries if her busy new schedule will change the special b
Ages 6–9
Old Bob's Brown Bear
written and ill. by Niki Daly
A cherished teddy bear becomes the heart of a gentle story about the enduring love and shared connection between a young
Ages 3–7
Lily Hates Goodbyes: All Military Edition
Jerilyn Marler
For children navigating the complex emotions of a parent's military deployment, this story offers validation for feeling
Ages 3–8
