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Letting Go
Letting Go
Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit
2,296 books about letting go
0–3 yrs
444 books
4–7 yrs
880 books
8–11 yrs
539 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Manatee Summer
Evan Griffith
A washed-up sitcom star navigates a world of complicated relationships and Hollywood struggles in this animated look at
Ages 8–12
The Last Day of Kindergarten
Nancy Loewen
For the child who is feeling both excited and a little sad about finishing their very first year of school and moving on
Ages 4–6
I Cant Stop Worrying!
Kelly McMahon Brown
A young prince travels across the stars to Earth, discovering profound truths about love, loss, and the beauty of friend
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
364 books
Rip Van Winkle's Return
Eric A. Kimmel
Two teenagers discover and thaw a frozen caveman who must learn to navigate the strange wonders and life lessons of 20th
Ages 5–10
Baby-Sitters Little Sister #31
Karen's Ducklings
Ann M. Martin
For the child learning that loving something sometimes means letting it go. Karen discovers the joy and responsibility o
Ages 7–9
Everett Anderson #7
Everett Anderson's Goodbye
Lucille Clifton
For a child struggling with the heavy, confusing stages of grief after the loss of a parent. This gentle verse follows a
Ages 4–8
Leave That Cricket Be, Alan Lee
Barbara Ann Porte
Alan Lee catches a singing cricket in a jar, but he soon realizes that to hear the cricket's true song, he must understa
Ages 4–8
The Old Dog
Charlotte Zolotow
For the child navigating the quiet, heavy morning after losing a beloved pet. A tender space to remember the joy while s
Ages 4–8
My Life with the Wave
Catherine Cowan
A boy brings a wild ocean wave home to play, but soon learns that even the most beautiful friendships must respect the c
Ages 4–9
Miss Fannie's Hat
Jan Karon
For children learning the beauty of generosity and the special connection between generations through a grandmother's sa
Ages 4–9
Stress Free Kids
Bubble Riding
Lori Lite
For children who struggle with big emotions or falling asleep, this story uses soothing imagery to teach deep breathing
Ages 4–9
The Paper Dolls
Julia Donaldson
Five paper dolls outrun a toy dinosaur and a crocodile oven glove on a whimsical backyard journey that celebrates the la
Ages 3–7
The Puppy Place #14
Cody
Ellen Miles
For the child learning about the joys and challenges of helping a shy animal find its place in the world.
Ages 7–10
Anisha, Accidental Detective #5
Picture Perfect
Serena Patel
Sonal just wants one perfect family photo, but a camping trip full of ripped tents and runaway puppies makes a digital d
Ages 8–12
Something Very Sad Happened
Bonnie Zucker
A developmental guide for toddlers and preschoolers facing the loss of a loved one, helping them process big feelings an
Ages 2–4
The Missing Piece #1
The Missing Piece
Shel Silverstein
A simple shape searches for completeness in this wise fable about how the things we think we are missing might be the ve
The Brave Kids Series #2
Trudy Lets Go of Her Anger
Cathy Studer
Gus the gorilla and Pasha the panda help Trudy the tiger realize that releasing her frustration is actually a gentle act
Ages 3–7
Magic Shop #2
Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher
Bruce Coville
For the child who expresses themselves through art and needs to navigate the bittersweet growth of a first major respons
Ages 8–12
Goodbye, Hello #1
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn
Kenard Pak
A young girl walks through the forest and town, sharing friendly goodbyes with flowers and creatures as summer fades int
Ages 3–7
Annie and the Old One
Miska Miles
A young Navajo girl tries to pause time by unraveling her weaving, hoping to keep her beloved grandmother from the inevi
Ages 6–10
Missing May
Cynthia Rylant
Summer and her Uncle Ob leave their West Virginia trailer on a heartfelt journey to find hope and the strength to move f
Ages 10–14
The Space Between Lost and Found
Sandy Stark-McGinnis
Determined to give her mother one last happy memory after an Alzheimer's diagnosis, Cassie risks everything on a secret
Ages 8–12
The Ruby Red Slippers
DeeDee Fox
Mia loves her special red shoes, but when she grows too big for them, she finds a way to keep the magic alive through a
Ages 3–7
Zagazoo
Quentin Blake
For parents navigating the unpredictable stages of childhood, from the 'vulture' toddler years to the 'dragon' teenage e
Ages 4–10
