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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+
The Favorite Hat
Ariel Bernstein
For the child who finds it hard to let go of a prized possession or navigate the tricky feelings that come with sharing
Ages 3–7
No Ordinary Jacket
Sue-Ellen Pashley
Amelia loves her soft, four-buttoned jacket, but when she grows too big for it, the coat finds a brand-new purpose with
Ages 3–7
A Kids Book About
A Kids Book About Change
David Kim
For children facing big life shifts like moving or a new school, this conversational guide helps them process the comple
Ages 5–9
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12–18 yrs
342 books
Bye-bye, Old Buddy
Deborah Robison
Jenny loves her old security blanket, but she is finally ready to grow up. Watch as she plans a creative and meaningful
Ages 4–7
Miss Emily and the Bird of Make-Believe
Charles Keeping
For the child learning about the ethics of how we treat animals, this atmospheric tale explores the difference between o
Ages 5–8
Dear God, Will I See Them Again?
Ev Parker
A comforting resource for children processing the loss of a pet or loved one through a lens of faith and hope.
Ages 3–8
The Quilt Story
Tony Johnston
A soft, stitched quilt brings warmth to Abigail during a cross-country move and continues to offer comfort to another li
Ages 4–8
Clare Turlay Newberry's Animal Stories
April's Kittens
Clare Turlay Newberry
A tiny city apartment feels even smaller when three new kittens arrive, leading a young girl and her father to a difficu
Ages 4–8
Dog Heaven
Cynthia Rylant
For the child grappling with the loss of a beloved pet. This gentle story envisions a joyful place where dogs run, play,
Ages 3–8
Call Me Alastair
Cory Leonardo
An anxious African grey parrot plots a daring escape to find his sister in this heartfelt story about finding your voice
Ages 8–12
His Dark Materials #3
The Amber Spyglass
Philip Pullman
Lyra and Will travel across worlds into the heart of a cosmic war between a mysterious Authority and a rebel army gather
Ages 12–18
Bedtime Stories for Kids
Meditation and Mindfulness Psychology
For the child whose busy mind keeps them awake at night. These guided meditations use visualization and deep breathing t
Ages 4–12
The Legend of Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching
Demi
Ancient ink drawings and thoughtful verses introduce the peaceful teachings of Lao Tzu and the classic wisdom found in t
Ages 6–10
Two of Everything
Babette Cole
For the child adjusting to life in two separate households, this whimsical story uses gentle humor to explain why parent
Ages 5–9
Becoming Butterflies
Anne Rockwell
Watch three tiny caterpillars transform into vibrant monarchs before they begin their incredible journey all the way to
Ages 4–8
My Family Is Changing
Tracy McConaghie
A supportive activity book for children navigating the transition of divorce or separation through therapeutic drawing a
Ages 5–8
Moving
Eugenia Mello
For the child grappling with the upheaval of a relocation, this vibrantly illustrated book honors the complicated feelin
Ages 3–7
The Mindful Steps Series
When Someone Dies
Andrea Dorn
For the child grappling with the loss of a loved one and needing a concrete, gentle way to process their big feelings an
Ages 4–8
We Are Inevitable
Gayle Forman
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of family responsibility and grief while trying to find their own path thro
Ages 14–18
What Cloud Is My Family In?
What Cloud Is My Brother In?
Kim Vesey
For the child grappling with the loss of a brother, this gentle book offers comforting imagery to help process the compl
Ages 4–8
Emily's Balloon
Komako Sakai
A round, light-as-air balloon becomes a little girl's silent companion, glowing like the moon in this quiet story of fri
Ages 2–5
Rodney Was a Tortoise
Honor
For the child navigating the quiet, heavy space of losing a long-time pet. This gentle story validates the unique bond b
Ages 4–8
The Possibility of Now
Kim Culbertson
For the teen who feels the crushing weight of perfectionism and needs to learn that one mistake doesn't define their ent
Ages 13–18
Lizzy and the Cloud
The Fan Brothers
For the child learning that loving something sometimes means letting it go. This dreamy story explores the bittersweet j
Ages 4–8
