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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+
Pirate School #3
Attack on the High Seas!
Brian James
For the child who finds practicing new skills tedious, this adventure shows how paying attention to the small details ca
Ages 6–8
A Small Thing . . . but Big
Tony Johnston
For the child who freezes at the sight of a wagging tail. A gentle, step-by-step look at how small moments of bravery ca
Ages 4–8
One Mitten
Kristine O'Connell George
For the child who turns every household object into a toy. This rhythmic story celebrates how imagination can transform
Ages 2–6
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12–18 yrs
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Bad Boy, Good Boy
Kay Chorao
For the child who often finds themselves in the doghouse for making mistakes. A gentle reassurance that unruly moments d
Ages 3–6
Charlie and Lola Early Readers #1
I've Won, No I've Won, No I've Won
Lauren Child
Lola is determined to win every single game against Charlie, even if it requires some very imaginative new rules.
Ages 3–7
Slippers
Naptime for Slippers
Andrew Clements
For the little one who struggles to settle down when the world around them is too busy or loud. A soothing look at findi
Ages 2–5
Classic Fables in Rhythm and Rhyme
The Tortoise and the Hare
Blake Hoena
For the child who gets discouraged when others finish first or feels pressure to rush through their work.
Ages 4–7
Peter Rabbit Tales
A Christmas Wish
Beatrix Potter
For the little one vibrating with holiday excitement, this gentle tale helps channel Christmas Eve energy into a quiet m
Ages 1–4
Bad Kitty Chapter Books #2
Happy Birthday, Bad Kitty
Nick Bruel
For the child who struggles with big feelings when plans go off the rails. A hilariously chaotic birthday party helps no
Ages 7–10
Ellie #2
Ellie in Concert
Mike Wu
Ellie the elephant tries to help a tired giraffe get some sleep by organizing all the noisy zoo animals into a harmoniou
Ages 3–7
Spot 7
Spot 7 Christmas
Kidslabel
For the child who loves a visual challenge: this festive activity book builds focus and patience through detailed holida
Ages 5–10
Countdown to Summer: A Poem for Every Day of the School Year
J. Patrick Lewis
A daily dose of whimsy for the whole school year. From the first bus ride to the final bell, these 180 poems capture the
Ages 6–11
A Day with Dad
Bo R. Holmberg
Tim counts down the minutes until his father’s train arrives, beginning a day packed with their favorite activities befo
Ages 4–8
Forest Explorer
Forest Explorer: A Life-size Field Guide
Nic Bishop
For the child who loves to peer under rocks and climb trees, this life-size guide turns a backyard stroll into a thrilli
Ages 4–8
Go and Hush the Baby
Betsy Byars
For the big sibling who needs to find their own way to help when a new baby won't stop crying and Mom is busy.
Ages 3–7
The Boat of Many Rooms: The Story of Noah in Verse
J. Patrick Lewis
Two by two, every kind of animal finds safety aboard a great wooden ark in this rhythmic, verse-filled retelling of a le
Ages 4–8
Brave Little Penguin
Anna Pignataro
While waiting for Papa to return from fishing, Little Penguin transforms his loneliness into a day of guarding icicle mo
Ages 3–6
Spring Is Like the Morning
M. Jean Craig
For the child who notices the first green shoots or the melting snow, this lyrical guide explains how nature awakens aft
Ages 5–8
Percy the Puppy #2
Where Is Percy's Dinner?
Anna Nilsen
For the curious toddler who loves to play hide-and-seek with their toys. Help Percy the cat find his missing dinner bowl
Ages 1–3
Michael Dahl's Parts of Speech
Adverbs Say Finally!
Michael Dahl
For the child who asks how or when things happen, this clever story brings grammar to life as colorful adverbs wait for
Ages 6–9
Countdown for Nochebuena
Adriana Hernández Bergstrom
For families wanting to share the vibrant traditions of Nochebuena, this rhythmic countdown captures the warmth and exci
Ages 0–4
For Fun!
Golf for Fun!
Sandra Will
For the child curious about picking up a golf club for the first time: this guide breaks down the rules, gear, and etiqu
Ages 7–10
Maisy Makes Lemonade
Lucy Cousins
A hot summer day is the perfect time for a mouse and an elephant to work together. Maisy and Eddie squeeze fresh lemons
Ages 2–5
The Balancing Act: A Counting Song
Merle Peek
One heavy elephant after another tries to balance on a high wire until ten of them threaten to send the whole circus act
Ages 2–6
