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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,878 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1904 books
4–7 yrs
1797 books
8–11 yrs
185 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Cool Green: Amazing, Remarkable Trees
Lulu Delacre
A landscaper shares the wonders of nature with his granddaughter, from rainbow gums to redwoods, in a vibrant tribute fe
Ages 4–8
The Smallest Gift of Christmas
Peter H. Reynolds
Roland races downstairs on Christmas morning only to find a tiny gift, prompting him to wish for something bigger and bi
Ages 3–7
Amelia Bedelia #1
Amelia Bedelia Means Business
Herman Parish
Amelia Bedelia needs a new bike, but she will have to find a job first since her mom says a shiny fast one will cost an
Ages 6–10
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12–18 yrs
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Curious George Plays Mini Golf
H. A. Rey, Margret Rey
George hits the links for the first time and learns a surprising math lesson: in the game of mini golf, the smallest num
Ages 4–7
Anywhere Farm
Phyllis Root
All it takes to start a garden is a single seed, a little soil, some sunshine, and a bit of water to turn any small corn
Ages 2–5
My Day, Your Day
Robin Ballard
For toddlers struggling with daycare drop-offs, this gentle book parallels a child's busy day with their parent's work d
Ages 2–5
Dragonology Pocket Adventures #4
Bringing Up Baby Dragons
Dugald Steer
Learn the essential skills for raising a dragon chick, from fireproofing your living room to mastering the techniques ne
Ages 6–10
Hound and Bear #2
More from Hound and Bear
Dick Gackenbach
Bear is usually the one rescuing Hound from his silly mistakes, but soon Hound gets the chance to show he can be the wis
Ages 4–8
Life Cycles
The Life Cycle of a Carrot
Linda Tagliaferro
Watch a tiny seed transform into a crunchy orange vegetable through simple text and photographs that track every stage o
Ages 4–7
Postman Pat's Lost Hat
John Cunliffe
Postman Pat and his loyal cat Jess hunt through every nook and cranny of the house to find a very important piece of his
Ages 2–6
Complete Book of Riding & Pony Care
Rosie Dickins, Gill Harvey
Detailed photography and clear guides illustrate the essentials of riding and caring for horses, perfect for any young e
Ages 7–12
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
Amos #1
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
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
If You Give a... #9
If You Give a Mouse a Brownie
Laura Numeroff
A single brownie sets off a hilarious chain reaction involving milk, a mirror, and a very demanding little mouse who nev
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
Boynton Board Books
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 #12
Peppa Pig and the Family Reunion
Candlewick Press
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
