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Letting Go
Letting Go
Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit
2,190 books about letting go
0–3 yrs
424 books
4–7 yrs
845 books
8–11 yrs
512 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Too Many Toys
David Shannon
For the child whose playroom is overflowing and the parent who is tired of tripping over blocks, this story explores the
Ages 3–8
My Thoughts Have Wings
Maggie Smith
For the child whose mind begins to race at bedtime, this lyrical guide helps 'nest' scary thoughts and replace them with
Ages 4–8
Messenger and Thieves #2
A Leaf of Faith
J. Suthern Hicks
Seth and Melissa enter a foreign world where truth is relative and evil thrives, aided only by their faith and a few hel
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
342 books
Red Glass
Laura Resau
For children navigating complex family bonds and the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to someone they love as they
Ages 12–16
The Wish and the Peacock
Wendy S. Swore
For the child grappling with the 'new normal' after losing a parent, this story explores the fierce desire to hold onto
Ages 8–12
Me and Mr. Mah
Andrea Spalding
Ian misses his prairie home until he meets a neighbor with his own box of memories and learns that new friendships can g
Ages 5–9
The Heart of the House
Christine Obworo
Ethan returns to a childhood home where mirrors whisper and rooms rearrange themselves to the rhythm of memories he must
Ages 10–15
Meet Max Learning about Divorce from a Basset Hound's Perspective
Jennifer Leister
Max the Basset Hound feels sad and confused when his owners divorce, until a wise rabbit friend helps him understand the
Ages 4–9
Rosa's Song
Helena Ku Rhee
For the child struggling with the quiet emptiness left behind after a best friend moves away. A gentle story about keepi
Ages 4–8
Hazel and Twig #1
The Lost Egg
Brenna Burns Yu
For the child who loves to bring home treasures from nature and needs a gentle lesson on why some things belong in the w
Ages 3–7
Miss Hickory
Carolyn Sherwin Bailey
Left behind in the country, a stubborn doll made of apple-wood must learn to survive the winter with the help of her for
Ages 8–12
Daisy the Dog #1
A Ball for Daisy
Chris Raschka
Daisy’s world feels blue after her favorite red ball is destroyed, capturing the heavy sadness and quiet recovery that c
Ages 3–7
The Puppy Place #34
Zipper
Ellen Miles
For the child who loves high-energy animals but is learning that every pet needs a specific environment to truly thrive.
Ages 7–10
The Baby-Sitters Club #30
Mary Anne and the Great Romance
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the complex emotions of a parent's remarriage and the tricky transitions of joining two differe
Ages 8–12
Pet Bereavement Series #4
My Cat Has Died: What Do I Do?
Wendy Van de Poll
A supportive guide to help children navigate the complex emotions of losing a beloved cat, providing comfort and clarity
Ages 4–10
The Baby-Sitters Club #119
Stacey's Ex-Boyfriend
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the bittersweet reality of first heartbreaks and the tricky social waters of seeing an old flam
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club #51
Stacey's Ex-Best Friend
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the painful reality that an old friend has changed or grown apart from them. A grounded look at
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club #46
Mary Anne Misses Logan
Ann M. Martin
Mary Anne navigates the complicated emotions of life after a breakup in this classic story from the Baby-Sitters Club se
Ages 8–12
The Berenstain Bears First Time Books
The Berenstain Bears Lose a Friend
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
For the child experiencing their first loss, this gentle story follows Sister Bear as she navigates the sadness of her p
Ages 3–7
The Berenstain Bears First Time Books
The Berenstain Bears Think of Those in Need
Jan Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child who has trouble letting go of old toys or doesn't realize how much they have, this story explores the joy
Ages 3–7
Finding Violet Park
Jenny Valentine
When teenager Lucas Swain finds a stray urn in a taxi office, he becomes determined to uncover the mystery of the woman
Ages 12–18
The Baby-Sitters Club #95
Kristy + Bart
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the complicated feelings of a first romance and the realization that sometimes people grow apar
Ages 8–12
The Brand-New, Never-Used, Perfect Crayons
Leanne Hatch
For the child who hesitates to start a project for fear of making a mess, this sweet story celebrates the joy of creativ
Ages 3–7
The Little Yellow Leaf
Carin Berger
For the child hesitant to try something new or move on to the next chapter. A gentle, poetic story about finding the cou
Ages 3–7
