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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 Things You Kiss Goodbye
Leslie Connor
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of a family tragedy while trapped in a relationship that doesn't feel right
Ages 14–18
Beyond The Blue Forest
Ildiko Hankoszky
Anton travels through a magical forest with a wise guide to meet creatures that help him understand his sadness after lo
Ages 4–9
Farley Farts
Birte Müller
Farley the frog has a gassy problem, and when he tries to hold it all in, he accidentally inflates and floats right off
Ages 2–5
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12–18 yrs
342 books
Kindred Souls
Patricia MacLachlan
For children processing the decline of an elderly family member, this quiet story offers a path toward acceptance throug
Ages 8–12
The Memory of Forgotten Things
Kat Zhang
For the child grappling with the 'what ifs' of loss and the longing to hold onto a loved one's memory while moving forwa
Ages 8–12
The Gift of the Tree
Alvin Tresselt
Vibrant paintings follow an ancient oak as it provides for forest animals in life and continues to nourish the earth eve
Ages 4–9
Order of Things, The
Kaija Langley
For the child who fears change or feels the pressure to be perfect as they pursue a passion.
Ages 8–12
Clementine #3
Clementine's Letter
Sara Pennypacker
For the child who struggles with changes in routine or feels a deep, possessive loyalty to a favorite teacher.
Ages 7–10
Whisper from the Woods
Victoria Wirth
Roots reach out like intertwined hands in this poetic look at a forest family sharing wisdom and saying goodbye to an an
Ages 4–9
The Secret Fountain
Grace Lockhaven, Michael Jaymes
Fourteen-year-old Freddie is trapped inside by nightmares and grief after the death of his best friend until he finds a
Ages 10–14
The Crow and the Tiger
Selest Di Melito
Grief and healing unfold through delicate ink wash illustrations as two unlikely animals form a bond rooted in quiet min
Griping About Grief, A Teen's Navigation Through the Loss of a Loved One
Jodi Ann Walukonis
This gentle yet honest guide offers a therapeutic perspective on the brutal experience of death, helping teens navigate
Ages 12–18
Simon
Simon and His Boxes
Gilles Tibo
Simon loves building cardboard houses for his animal friends, but he soon learns that some things are meant to be shared
Ages 3–7
The First State of Being
Erin Entrada Kelly
As the world counts down to the year 2000, a boy meets a mysterious teenager who has arrived from the future with a stra
Ages 8–12
Leigh Botts #1
Dear Mr. Henshaw
Beverly Cleary
A young boy navigates his changing world through letters to his favorite author in this award-winning look at family, gr
Ages 8–12
The Restless Dead: Ten Original Stories of the Supernatural
Deborah Noyes
For the teen who is fascinated by the mysteries of the afterlife and enjoys exploring the thin veil between our world an
Ages 12–18
Cirque Du Freak #1
A Living Nightmare
Darren Shan
A young boy finds his life changed forever when he is pulled into a dark and dangerous world of vampires.
Ages 10–15
Book Buddies #1
Ivy Lost and Found
Cynthia Lord
For children navigating family changes or feeling 'replaced' by new circumstances, this story about a doll and a girl of
Ages 6–9
The Penderwicks #5
The Penderwicks at Last
Jeanne Birdsall
The Penderwick family returns to the grand Arundel estate for a wedding, giving young Lydia her first chance to explore
Ages 8–12
Give the Dark My Love #2
Bid My Soul Farewell
Beth Revis
Nedra fights to save souls in a plague-stricken land while trying to keep her sister close, even if it means risking her
Ages 14–18
The Circles in the Sky #1
The Circles in the Sky
Karl James Mountford
When Fox finds a bird that will not move or sing, a small moth helps him understand how life and light are reflected in
Ages 4–8
The Legend of the Bluebonnet
Tomie dePaola
This beloved Comanche legend tells the story of a young girl whose selfless act brought the beautiful bluebonnets to the
Ages 4–9
Riley Bloom #2
Shimmer
Alyson Noël
Twelve-year-old Soul Catcher Riley must confront a furious ghost from a 1733 slave revolt to help lost spirits finally c
Ages 9–13
Aquarium
Cynthia Alonso
A bright red fish leaps into a young girl's life, sparking a silent and beautiful story about the wonders of friendship
Ages 3–5
