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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+
Emmalina
Emmalina in the Woods
Gerald R. Stanek
Emmalina loves her cozy forest nest, but with the help of a magical sprite, she finds the inner strength to spread her w
Ages 3–7
A Year and a Day
William Mayne
Sara and Rebecca discover a mysterious, silent boy who joins their family for a magical season that will change them for
Ages 8–12
Grimm and Gross Retellings #1
Hans in Luck
J. E. Bright
Includes discussion questions and writing exercise.
Ages 6–9
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12–18 yrs
342 books
Houndsley and Catina #7
Houndsley and Catina at the Library
James Howe
Best friends Houndsley and Catina face a difficult goodbye when their beloved library prepares to close its doors for go
Ages 5–8
My Penguin Osbert #1
My Penguin Osbert
Elizabeth Cody Kimmel
Santa finally brings a boy a real penguin, but life with a flightless bird is a lot more frozen and fishy than he ever i
Ages 4–8
The Golden Bird
Hans Stolp
Ten-year-old Daniel finds deep comfort during his illness through the mystical visits of a golden bird that shares beaut
Ages 8–12
The Time of the Witch
Mary Downing Hahn
Laura makes a desperate wish to bring her parents back together, only to realize the old woman listening is a real witch
Ages 9–12
Hildilid's Night
Cheli Durán Ryan
For the child who struggles with bedtime or fears the dark, this silly classic shows the futility of fighting the night
Ages 4–8
The Fish That Wasn't
Paul Borovsky
A young girl receives a mysterious gray fish for her birthday and learns a valuable lesson about where different creatur
Ages 4–8
Do You Love Me?
Dick Gackenbach
The loss of a hummingbird teaches Walter a poignant lesson about respecting the freedom of wild creatures and understand
Ages 4–8
Let's Talk About
Feeling Sad
Joy Wilt Berry
Liza struggles with the heavy heart that comes from leaving a place she loves, slowly learning that it is okay to feel s
Ages 4–8
Mitchell Is Moving
Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
A dinosaur’s big move feels like a grand adventure until he realizes his new house is missing the most important thing o
Ages 4–8
Folk & Fairy Tales from Around the World
The Gifts of Wali Dad
Aaron Shepard
A humble grass-cutter tries to give away a golden bracelet, only to be showered with increasingly lavish unwanted gifts
Ages 5–10
Where Is My Voice?
Tracey Lawrence
For children navigating the silence of grief, this gentle guide helps find the words to express loss and begin the journ
Ages 4–9
Close to Me: A Story From Grief to Hope for Children and Families
Tamara Shofner
For the child navigating the heavy waves of loss, this gentle story provides a roadmap from the depths of grief toward a
Ages 3–8
Breathe In, Breathe Out
Kate Maurer
For the child who experiences overwhelming big feelings or midday stress. This soothing guide introduces simple breathin
Ages 3–7
How to Heal a Broken Wing
Bob Graham
For the child who notices the small things others miss, this story celebrates the quiet power of compassion and the stea
Ages 3–7
A Family for Old Mill Farm
Shutta Crum
Emma Woodhouse prides herself on her matchmaking skills, navigating the social circles and romantic entanglements of her
Ages 3–7
When You See a Cardinal
Elizabeth Newberry
For the child seeking comfort after a loss, this gentle story uses the beauty of nature to remind them that a loved one'
Ages 3–8
Mile-High Apple Pie
Laura Langston
Love stays steady even as memories fade, from the smell of a mile-high apple pie to the moment Margaret becomes the keep
Ages 4–8
One Princess, Two Castles
Amy Tyson
For the child adjusting to life in two separate households, this story offers a royal perspective on finding stability a
Ages 3–8
The Tenth Good Thing About Barney
Judith Viorst
Saying goodbye to a pet is hard. When a little boy can only think of nine good things to say about his cat Barney, his f
Ages 4–9
Bat in the Boot, The
Annie Cannon
When two children find a tiny baby bat in their mudroom, they must work together to keep it safe and warm until its moth
Ages 4–8
The Land of Stories #6
Worlds Collide
Chris Colfer
Fairy tale heroes and villains spill into the streets of New York City, forcing twins Alex and Conner into a final battl
Ages 8–12
