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Letting Go
Letting Go
Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit
2,283 books about letting go
0–3 yrs
441 books
4–7 yrs
879 books
8–11 yrs
534 books
12–18 yrs
360 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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Serendipity
Kiyomi
Stephen Cosgrove
A deer and a fire lizard compete to prove who is most beautiful, only to discover a more meaningful way to see themselve
Ages 5–9
The Calm Cloud
Pragya Pandey
For the child struggling with overwhelming emotions, this gentle story uses a cloud metaphor to teach mindfulness and th
Ages 3–8
The Lost Sunflower
Walter Hultgren
For the child grappling with the ending of a season or the concept of loss, this gentle story shows how life transforms
Ages 3–7
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Goodbye Mousie
Robie H. Harris
Saying goodbye is hard when a pet mouse dies. This sensitive story follows a young boy through the sadness and the small
Ages 3–8
Mr. Flux
Kyo Maclear
Martin's quiet street transforms through the eyes of a new neighbor, showing how a little bit of change can paint the wh
Ages 4–8
Who Took the Farmer's Hat?
Joan L. Nodset
For the child who needs to learn that losing something can lead to a beautiful new purpose for others. A gentle lesson o
Ages 3–7
Seasons Change
Dwanetta Beaver Reed
For the child struggling with life's big changes, this gentle metaphor uses the turning seasons to show that growth and
Ages 4–8
Remembering Flutter
Angelica Hamlin
For the child navigating the heartbreak of losing a pet. This gentle story helps little ones process their sadness and f
Ages 4–8
The Shy Raindrop Who Was Afraid to Fall
Nataly Dreamer
For the child who feels hesitant about new experiences or leaving their comfort zone. This gentle story helps little one
Ages 3–7
The Unbreakable Piñata
Gerardo Guillén, Mike Alfaro
For the child struggling to understand their role in a group, this colorful tale explores how letting go and fulfilling
Ages 4–8
Boomer #3
Boomer's Big Surprise
Constance W. McGeorge
Boomer the dog feels left out when a new puppy gets all the attention, but he soon realizes that a new arrival means hav
Ages 2–6
The Adventures of Petey
Maureen Ellen Fells
For children learning to handle change and the bittersweet feeling of saying goodbye to a friend who is ready to grow an
Ages 5–8
Duck & Goose #4
Go to the Beach
Tad Hills
Duck is desperate for an adventure, but Goose would much rather stay home—until a trip to the ocean changes everything f
Ages 2–6
The Mulberry Bird
Anne Braff Brodzinsky
For children processing the 'why' behind their adoption. This gentle story helps kids understand a birth mother's diffic
Ages 5–10
The Storyteller of Damascus
Rafik Schami
An old storyteller wanders with a chest full of wonders, sharing vibrant drawings and adventure tales that shift and gro
Ages 5–9
Jack the Bunny #1
The Mouse That Jack Built
Cyndy Szekeres
Jack the bunny builds a snowy friend and gives it his own old clothes, only to receive a warm and fuzzy surprise from hi
Ages 3–6
We All Looked Up
Tommy Wallach
For the teen grappling with life's big questions while navigating the pressures of high school, social expectations, and
Ages 14–18
Isabella's Garden
Glenda Millard
Follow the quiet rhythm of nature as seeds sprout and insects roam through the changing seasons in this gentle, cumulati
Ages 3–8
The Art of Not Breathing
Sarah Alexander
Five years after her twin vanished at the beach, Elsie is haunted by shifting memories. This mystery uncovers the truth
Ages 14–18
Very Hairy Harry
Edward Koren
Harry weighs the pros and cons of his very shaggy life before finally deciding it might be time for a trip to the barber
Ages 3–6
Field Notes on Love
Jennifer E. Smith
For the teen facing a major life transition who needs a reminder that unexpected changes can lead to beautiful new begin
Ages 12–18
Don't Worry Bear
Greg Foley
For the child who worries about their friends when they are out of sight. A gentle introduction to change, patience, and
Ages 2–5
Little Land
Diana Sudyka
For the child curious about how the world changes over time, this lyrical journey explores the resilience of nature and
Ages 4–8
The Chalet School #54
The Chalet School Reunion
Elinor M. Brent-Dyer
The students of the Chalet School travel from the Austrian Tyrol to the islands of Wales, maintaining their traditions t
Ages 10–15
