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Patience & Waiting

Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit

3,879 books about patience & waiting

0–3 yrs1905 books

4–7 yrs1797 books

8–11 yrs185 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of My First Gardening ABC Picture Book for Toddlers

My First Gardening ABC Picture Book for Toddlers

For the curious toddler who loves playing in the dirt or watching things grow, this botanical ABC book turns early liter

Cover of Myles' Moody Monster

Myles' Moody Monster

Amanda Escalante

For the child who experiences overwhelming outbursts and needs a gentle way to understand their big feelings and how to

Cover of Nanette's Baguette

Nanette's Baguette

For the child learning to handle big responsibilities and the guilt that comes with making a mistake. A playful rhyme ab

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12–18 yrs

8 books

Caesar the No Drama Llama

Bee Dugan

For the child who needs a calm presence or a reminder of how simple acts of kindness can soothe a busy world, featuring

Ages 4–8

Cover of Sammy's Boomerang: A Jungle Boy's Journey

Sammy's Boomerang: A Jungle Boy's Journey

For the child who loves to explore the backyard, this story celebrates the thrill of finding a new tool and the patience

Cover of My side of the scarf

My side of the scarf

Carmen Parets Luque

For the child learning to navigate the ups and downs of a best friendship. This gentle story uses a scarf metaphor to sh

Cover of Maggie's Little Sister

Maggie's Little Sister

For the child preparing to welcome a new baby sister, this story gently explores the transition from only child to big s

Cover of Cooking With Wilson

Cooking With Wilson

For the child who loves helping in the kitchen but sometimes feels small. This story celebrates the joy of creating some

Cover of Hattie and the Fox

Hattie and the Fox

For the little one who loves to join in on the story. This classic helps children find their voice through rhythmic repe

Cover of Barry & Benny Beetle Bring Up Baby

Barry & Benny Beetle Bring Up Baby

For the child curious about how families work together, this sweet rhyming tale explores the unexpected journey of two b

Cover of The Broken Cat

Lynne Rae Perkins

A mother comforts her son about his sick cat by sharing the gentle story of her own childhood injury and how she healed.

Cover of A Boy and a Turtle

Stress Free Kids

A Boy and a Turtle

For the child who struggles to unwind or feels overwhelmed by big emotions. This calming story teaches real relaxation s

Cover of Mommy, What Is Ramadan?

Mommy, What Is Ramadan?

For the curious child asking about their family's traditions, this gentle dialogue explores the beauty, purpose, and pra

Cover of Rooger and Loki Learn Manners

Rooger and Loki

Rooger and Loki Learn Manners

Nicholas Aragon

For the child who needs a playful guide to social cues. Two energetic dogs demonstrate how to navigate everyday situatio

Cover of Let It Snow!

Charles Reasoner Holiday Books

Charles Reasoner

Gentle rhymes capture the quiet excitement of a child watching the clouds open up and the world turn white with fresh wi

Cover of The Heart Who Wanted to Find a Way (a Story about Calming Anxiety Through Resting in God)

The Heart Who Wanted to Find a Way (a Story about Calming Anxiety Through Resting in God)

Beth Guckenberger

For the child who feels overwhelmed by worry or tries too hard to fix every problem, this story helps them find peace by

Cover of The Garden of Big Feelings

The Garden of Big Feelings

For the child who feels overwhelmed by intense emotions and needs a gentle way to name and care for their inner world th

Cover of Dear Sarah

Elisabeth Borchers

Magical letters from distant cities arrive for Sarah, connecting her to her father while he travels the world on a long

Cover of Mildred and Sam

I Can Read Level 2

Mildred and Sam

Sharleen Collicott

For the child preparing to become a big brother or sister, this gentle story follows two mice as they lovingly prepare t

Cover of Little Mousey Has That Potty Feeling

Little Mousey Has That Potty Feeling

For the toddler learning to listen to their body's cues and manage the transition from diapers to the potty with confide

Cover of Gregory Tames His Temper

Gregory Tames His Temper

Anders Grit, Vivi Grit

For children who experience big, overwhelming feelings and need gentle, actionable ways to calm down when things don't g

Cover of Ella's New Hat and Her Terrible Cat

Ella's New Hat and Her Terrible Cat

Pamela Grandstaff

For the child who has a hard time sharing their favorite things with a playful pet who doesn't know the rules.

Cover of Sunny Boy!

Candace Fleming

Follow an old tortoise named Sunny Boy through a lifetime of adventures, including a daring trip over the edge of Niagar

Cover of Yusuf and Fatima's First Umrah

Yusuf and Fatima

Yusuf and Fatima's First Umrah

For the family preparing for a sacred pilgrimage together, this guide simplifies the rituals of Umrah through the eyes o