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Letting Go

Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit

16 books about letting go

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Picture Books Early Readers Chapter Books Graphic Novels

Cover of Fancy Nancy: Too Many Tutus

Fancy Nancy: Too Many Tutus

Nancy's bedroom is overflowing with tutus, but a school swap-and-shop event provides the chance to find one more that is

Cover of Amelia Bedelia Makes a Friend

Amelia Bedelia Makes a Friend

The house next door is finally getting a new tenant, and Amelia Bedelia is ready to see if a new neighbor can fill the g

Cover of Henry, Like Always

Henry (Classroom Ten) #1

Henry, Like Always

Henry loves his predictable routine in Classroom Ten, but he must find his footing when a school parade changes his fami

Cover of Gone Fishin'!

The Berenstain Bears

Gone Fishin'!

Mike Berenstain

Papa Bear is ready to teach his cubs everything about fishing, but he is the one who learns a lesson when they stick to

Ages 4–8

Cover of Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

Pete the Cat: I Can Read!

Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

Pete the Cat is thrilled with his new caterpillar friend, but he's in for a big surprise when his tiny buddy suddenly go

Cover of Hunting Grandma's Treasures

Hunting Grandma's Treasures

Gina Willner-Pardo

A grandmother helps her grandson find comfort and acceptance through a special final project as they prepare to say good

Cover of Houndsley and Catina at the Library

Houndsley and Catina #6

Houndsley and Catina at the Library

Best friends Houndsley and Catina face a difficult goodbye when their beloved library prepares to close its doors for go

Cover of Goodbye to Goldie

Goodbye to Goldie

Katie Woo searches for comfort in her favorite memories after her beloved old dog, Goldie, passes away.

Cover of Amanda Pig and the Wiggly Tooth

Oliver and Amanda Pig #16

Amanda Pig and the Wiggly Tooth

Jean Van Leeuwen

Amanda Pig has her very first loose tooth, but she isn't quite sure she's ready to let it go in this gentle story about

Cover of Felix on the Move

Read-it! Readers

Felix on the Move

Moving day is confusing for Felix the cat when his house becomes empty, but he soon learns that home is wherever his fam

Cover of Squirrel's Fun Day

Squirrel's Fun Day

Squirrel is determined to have the most fun day ever, but his friends Mouse, Turtle, and Rabbit all have very different

Cover of Leaves in Fall

Martha E. H. Rustad

For the child curious about why the forest changes as the air gets chilly, this simple guide explains the science behind

Cover of Boss for a Day

Moffie is used to being in charge of her twin brother, but she decides to see what happens when she steps back and lets

Cover of The Little Mermaid

Usborne Reading

The Little Mermaid

For the child grappling with the idea of giving up something important to follow their heart or find where they truly be

Cover of Third Grade Is Terrible

Third Grade Is Terrible

For the child feeling nervous about a strict new teacher or a changing school routine. This story validates the jitters

Cover of Kit's Castle

For the child who turns every cardboard box into a fortress, this story celebrates the power of play while gently naviga