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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+
Oh, Lewis!
Eve Rice
Zippers, buttons, and bulky layers make for a very difficult morning as little Lewis struggles to get his winter clothes
Ages 2–5
Nurse Clementine
Simon James
Armed with a brand new first-aid kit, Clementine is ready to treat every scrape and bruise in the house, if only her stu
Ages 3–7
Aldo #4
Aldo Peanut Butter
Johanna Hurwitz
Chaos erupts when Aldo's two new birthday puppies, Peanut and Butter, are left home alone and accused of wrecking the ne
Ages 7–10
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12–18 yrs
6 books
Dinofours #22
I'll Always Come Back!
Steve Metzger
For the child who feels nervous when saying goodbye at the classroom door, this gentle story provides the constant reass
Ages 2–5
Hungry Bill!
John Barber
For the child who struggles to know when to stop, this rhyming tale uses humor to explore the consequences of overindulg
Ages 3–7
Benjamin's 365 Birthdays
Judi Barrett
For the child who never wants a celebration to end, this story shows how to find wonder in the objects they already own
Ages 3–8
Bedtime for Sweet Creatures
Nikki Grimes
For the parent whose little one uses every ounce of energy and imagination to delay sleep. A patient, poetic guide to th
Ages 2–5
My Incredible World
Apples!
Hope Aicher
For the curious preschooler who loves their snack time and wants to know how that crunchy red apple grew from a tiny see
Ages 2–6
Usborne Young Reading
Bleak House
Mary Sebag-Montefiore
For the child curious about history's mysteries, this accessible classic introduces themes of patience and fairness thro
Ages 7–11
Countdown to the First Day of School
AnnMarie Harris
Ten eager neighbors get their backpacks and supplies ready as they count down the days until the classroom doors finally
Ages 3–6
Usborne Illustrated Stories
Illustrated Animal Stories
Lesley Sims, Conrad Mason
Musical donkeys, clever goats, and a very slow tortoise populate these ten beloved traditional tales brought to life wit
Ages 5–9
My Body Tells Me #2
I Snoop On My Feelings
Melissa Winn
For the child who struggles with big impulses or sudden outbursts, this rhyming guide helps them pause, 'snoop' on their
Ages 3–7
Jerome the Alligator #2
Jerome and the Witchcraft Kids
Eileen Christelow
Babysitting the mischievous Lucy and Lucifer on Halloween night turns into a wild test of patience and skill for Jerome
Ages 4–8
My Bibi Always Remembers
Toni Buzzeo
For the child who looks up to a special elder, this gentle story celebrates the wisdom of a grandmother leading her herd
Ages 3–6
Robin and the Stick
E. B. Goodale
For the child who finds magic in the mud and treasures in the trees: follow Robin's journey of discovering how patience
Ages 3–7
Max the Kitten #3
Max and Bird
Ed Vere
Max the kitten wants to be friends with Bird, but he also really wants a snack. The two must strike a clever deal to kee
Ages 3–6
Where, Oh Where, Is Santa Claus?
Lisa Wheeler
Snow is falling and the big night is near, but Santa is nowhere to be found! A group of arctic animals teams up to searc
Ages 3–5
Kiss the Cow!
Phyllis Root
Annalisa is determined not to kiss her cow's sticky nose, but she might have to change her mind when the milk supply sud
Ages 4–8
Dormouse Dreams
Karma Wilson
A sleepy dormouse drifts through cozy winter dreams of blossoms and sunshine while waiting for the happy return of sprin
Ages 3–5
Li on Angel Island
Veeda Bybee
For the child grappling with feelings of unfairness or the pain of being separated from family, Li's journey offers a wi
Ages 8–12
The Adventures of Otto #3
See Santa Nap
David Milgrim
Santa is exhausted after his big night, but Otto and his friends are so thrilled with their new toys that a quiet nap fe
Ages 4–6
Wish
Matthew Cordell
For parents navigating the emotional journey of waiting for a child: this tender story honors the longing, the setbacks,
Ages 3–8
A River
Marc Martin
For the child whose imagination is sparked by the world outside their window. This immersive journey follows a river fro
Ages 4–8
Bear Has a Story to Tell
Philip Christian Stead
For the child learning to wait their turn while others are busy, or the friend who wants to feel heard and valued within
Ages 2–6
