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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,692 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1819 books
4–7 yrs
1716 books
8–11 yrs
176 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf
Lois Ehlert
Vibrant collages trace the life of a maple tree as it grows from a tiny winged seed into a sturdy sapling through the tu
Ages 4–8
Let Me Sleep, Sheep!
Meg McKinlay
Bedtime takes a hilarious turn when the sheep Amos tries to count actually show up in his room with a long list of deman
Ages 4–8
Edwina, the Dinosaur Who Didn't Know She Was Extinct
Mo Willems
Edwina is a kind, cookie-baking dinosaur, but one boy is determined to prove she shouldn't exist because dinosaurs are t
Ages 3–8
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12–18 yrs
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The Tortilla Factory
Gary Paulsen
Golden corn ripples in the field and passes through hardworking hands to become a warm, delicious meal in this poetic tr
Ages 4–8
How to Have a Birthday
Mary Lyn Ray
A whole day is yours to unwrap like a gift as you celebrate the morning light, the treats, and the quiet magic of being
Ages 3–7
Emma Dilemma: Big Sister Poems
Kristine O'Connell George
These poems capture the unique and changing bond between big and little sisters, highlighting the moments that make thei
Ages 4–8
The Going to Bed Book
Sandra Boynton
A crew of animals on a boat completes their nightly rituals, from pajamas to tooth-brushing, before the rocking waves lu
Ages 0–3
How It Grows
Watch the Bean Grow
Kelly Gaffney
Watch a tiny seed transform into a sprout and then a leafy plant in this simple, step-by-step look at how a bean grows.
Ages 4–6
Peppa Pig and the Family Reunion
Neville Astley, Mark Baker
A crowded house full of relatives means lots of noise and a baby who only says goo-goo, but Peppa finds that a family re
Ages 2–5
One Saturday #2
One Saturday Afternoon
Barbara Baker
For siblings navigating the small frustrations of a rainy day indoors. These gentle stories mirror the everyday ups and
Ages 4–8
Monkey and Elephant #1
Monkey and Elephant
Carole Lexa Schaefer
For children navigating the highs and lows of friendship, these stories show how an impulsive pal and a steady friend ca
Ages 4–8
The Large Family #2
All in One Piece
Jill Murphy
For parents who just want five minutes of peace while getting ready, this hilarious story mirrors the chaotic reality of
Ages 3–7
Island #1
Island Winter
Charles E. Martin
When the summer crowds depart, Heather stays behind to see how a quiet island transforms into a snowy world of new possi
Ages 4–8
Little Friends
Let's Share!
Lerryn Korda
For toddlers navigating the tricky waters of playdates and property, this interactive book helps little ones discover th
Ages 1–3
Apples
Ken Robbins
Bees pollinate buds and sun ripens the fruit in this vibrant look at how a tiny seed eventually becomes a crunchy, sweet
Ages 4–8
The Traveling Photographer #4
The Story of Silk: From Worm Spit to Woven Scarves
Richard Sobol
Tiny silkworms work alongside villagers in Thailand to create beautiful fabric through a meticulous, traditional process
Ages 6–10
A Dog Needs a Bone
Audrey Wood
A very determined dog offers up a hilariously extravagant list of promises to his owner, all in the hopes of finally lan
Ages 3–6
Poppleton #4
Poppleton Everyday
Cynthia Rylant
Poppleton the pig experiences the quiet magic of buying a new bed, trying out sailing, and looking up at the stars.
Ages 5–7
Sheila Rae's Peppermint Stick
Kevin Henkes
Louise is desperate for a lick of her sister's peppermint stick, but Sheila Rae is determined to keep the treat all to h
Ages 2–5
Little One Step
Simon James
A tiny duckling finds the courage to cross fields and forests by learning to take things just one little step at a time.
Ages 3–7
First Experiences #2
Our Dog
Helen Oxenbury
Walking a dog becomes a messy adventure as a young boy and his mother deal with a pup that can’t resist jumping into dir
Ages 2–5
Classic Fables in Rhythm and Rhyme
The Crow and the Pitcher
Emma Carlson Berne
A thirsty crow must use her wits to reach the water at the bottom of a deep pitcher in this classic, rhythmic musical fa
Ages 4–7
The Poesy Ring
Bob Graham
For children marveling at how the world stays connected across generations, this lyrical tale explores the enduring powe
Ages 4–8
From Farm to Fork #2
Where Does Fruit Come From?
Linda Staniford
Trace the journey of an orange from a tiny seed in the ground to a harvested fruit traveling a long way to reach your br
Ages 4–7
