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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,856 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1894 books
4–7 yrs
1786 books
8–11 yrs
184 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
David Macaulay's Illustrated Histories
Building the Book Cathedral
David Macaulay
Thirteenth-century stonecutters and craftsmen labor for generations to raise a massive Gothic cathedral from the ground
Ages 9–14
Bus Stops
Taro Gomi
A bus winds through town while hidden objects and diverse passengers wait to be found in the detailed illustrations of t
Ages 2–5
Lionel #5
Lionel in the Spring
Stephen Krensky
For the child exploring the changing world outside, these gentle stories help navigate the chores and charms of a new se
Ages 6–9
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12–18 yrs
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Bad Kitty Graphic Novels #2
Bad Kitty Gets a Bath
Nick Bruel
For the child who meets every instruction with a 'no' or the pet owner who knows the struggle of bath time. A hilariousl
Ages 7–10
Bitter Bananas
Isaac Olaleye
For the child learning to navigate frustration and find clever ways to handle difficult situations without losing their
Ages 4–8
Usborne First Book of Petcare
Small Pets
Rose Hill
For the child who is ready for the responsibility of their first pet. This gentle guide helps families choose and care f
Ages 5–8
Starbright Stables #1
Mini Horse Mischief
Mari Bolte
For the child who loves animals and is learning that even the best-behaved pets (and friends) can sometimes cause a litt
Ages 6–9
Deltas
Kimberly Hutmacher
For the young explorer curious about why land looks the way it does. This simple guide explains how rushing water and ti
Ages 5–8
Here Comes a Bus
Harriet Ziefert
Lift the flaps to see where every colorful bus is headed in this playful guessing game set right at the bus stop.
Ages 1–4
What the World Could Make: A Story of Hope
Holly M. McGhee
For children who need a quiet moment of reassurance, this lyrical tale follows a rabbit and a crow as they find hope in
Ages 4–8
The Prince and the Pee
Greg Gormley
Prince Freddie is ready to fight a dragon, but a desperate need for a bathroom and a long line of ogres might be his big
Ages 3–7
Oma and Bobo
Amy Schwartz
Grandmother Oma and a dog named Bobo learn to understand each other as they work together on basic commands like sit, st
Ages 4–8
Papa's Home
David Soman
For the child who misses their parent during the long workday and needs a gentle reminder that love spans any distance.
Ages 4–8
Service Pups in Training #1
Cha Cha Stays Calm
Mari Bolte
For the child who experiences big feelings of worry or frustration in everyday moments. Learn simple mindfulness tools t
Ages 4–7
The Third Prince
Rachel Flynn
Princess Glori is tired of waiting for her prince to arrive, but her impatient wishes lead to a series of chaotic and hu
Ages 7–10
The Very Impatient Caterpillar #2
The Little Butterfly That Could
Ross Burach
For the child feeling small and overwhelmed by a big challenge. This hilarious story helps kids face their 'what-ifs' an
Ages 4–8
Sleep Tight, Charlie
Michaël Escoffier
For the child who finds every excuse to delay sleep, this silly bunny's nighttime frustrations turn bedtime resistance i
Ages 5–8
Koala and the Flower
Mary Murphy
A curious koala heads to the library to solve a leafy mystery and discovers exactly what it takes to help a tiny flower
Ages 2–5
Seasons #3
Sun
Sam Usher
A sweltering afternoon turns into a grand adventure when a boy and his granddad go for a picnic and find their perfect s
Ages 3–7
The Poem Forest
Carrie Fountain
For the child who dreams of making the world a greener place, this lyrical biography shows how one person's dedication c
Ages 6–10
The Best Thing about a Puppy
Judy Hindley
Life with a feisty new puppy is full of highs and lows as a young boy recounts all the messy, fun, and frustrating parts
Ages 3–7
Teddy Trucks #1
Teddy's Birthday Party
Michelle Cartlidge
For the toddler eagerly counting down to their own big day, this tiny treasure captures the quiet joy of preparing for a
Ages 2–5
Brandy The Bunny - Sharing Is Caring
Mrs.Fluffy.Shop
For the child who struggles to let others play with their toys or treats, this rhyming tale gently models the happiness
Ages 2–6
Sliding Surprise Books
Who's Bugging You?
Charles Reasoner
For the child learning to navigate social boundaries when a new friend or guest becomes a little too much to handle.
Ages 6–9
