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Letting Go
Letting Go
Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit
2,297 books about letting go
0–3 yrs
445 books
4–7 yrs
880 books
8–11 yrs
539 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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
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
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364 books
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
Brand-New, Never-Used, Perfect Crayons, The
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
Pumpkin Jack
Will Hubbell
When Halloween ends, Tim leaves his rotting pumpkin in the garden, only to watch a new life sprout from the soil in a be
Ages 4–8
Fireflies!
Julie Brinckloe
The soft glow of fireflies in a jar feels like holding a piece of the moon, until a young boy realizes that keeping them
Ages 4–8
Fritz's Fish
Geraldine Elschner
After rescuing a fish from a flooded street, Fritz must decide if keeping his new friend in a bathtub is better than let
Ages 4–8
Someday
Alison McGhee
A mother’s tender heart shines through as she imagines her child growing from a small hand in hers to an independent per
Ages 4–11
Hanging on to Max
Margaret Bechard
Seventeen-year-old Sam faces an impossible choice when he decides to raise his son alone. This heavy journey explores th
Ages 12–18
Be a Llama
Sarah Ford
The frantic pace of life slows down as you learn to find calm, stay curious, and handle every obstacle with the cool con
Off to Kindergarten
Tony Johnston
For the child who wants to bring their whole world to the classroom, this silly rhyming story eases the nerves of starti
Ages 3–6
A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian
Marina Lewycka
Two feuding sisters must unite to stop their elderly father from marrying a glamorous gold digger in this witty tale of
Ages 16–18
Second Chance Summer
Morgan Matson
Taylor’s overscheduled family returns to a rustic lake house for one final summer, facing a ticking clock while rediscov
Ages 12–18
Vicky Angel
Jacqueline Wilson
Jade’s best friend Vicky was always the bossy one, and even a fatal accident won’t stop Vicky’s ghost from following Jad
Ages 9–13
Joanne Harris Folk Tales #1
A Pocketful of Crows
Joanne M. Harris
For the teen or young adult grappling with the pain of a first betrayal and the difficult path of reclaiming their own w
Ages 13–18
To Every Thing There Is A Season
Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon
For the child or family reflecting on the cycle of life. This poetic collection uses global art to explore the many seas
Ages 4–10
The Cookie-Flower Rock Kids #1
Moving Day
Dionna L. Hayden
For the child feeling nervous about a big move. This gentle story helps little ones process the whirlwind of packing box
Ages 4–8
Sirena
Donna Jo Napoli
Sirena the mermaid abandons her sisters' deadly games for a lonely island, where she falls for a stranded Greek warrior
Ages 13–18
Miri's Moving Day
Adam R. Chang, Stephanie Wildman
For the child feeling nervous about moving to a new house. Miri finds comfort in her Hakka heritage as her family honors
Ages 4–8
Last Goodbye, A
Elin Kelsey
For the child curious about why things die. This gentle look at animal mourning and the natural cycle of life helps youn
Ages 4–8
A Friend Would Say Goodbye
Michol M. Whitney
For the child learning to navigate the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to a friend or family member while cherishi
Ages 4–8
