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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,876 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1902 books
4–7 yrs
1797 books
8–11 yrs
185 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Magic Wishbone
Barbara McClintock
Molly the cat holds a secret magical wish and must decide exactly when the time is right to use its power.
Ages 5–8
Two by Two by Two
Jonathan Allen
Life aboard Noah's ark gets silly as the animals find ridiculous and clever ways to stay busy while waiting for the rain
Ages 4–8
5 More Sleeps #2
5 More Sleeps 'til Halloween
Jimmy Fallon
For the child who is counting down the seconds until they can put on their costume and go trick-or-treating.
Ages 3–6
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12–18 yrs
8 books
A New Coat for Anna
Harriet Ziefert
Money is scarce but love is plenty as Anna's mother finds a creative way to provide a warm winter coat through a series
Ages 4–8
The Mare on the Hill
Thomas Locker
Two brothers watch a fearful new mare on the hill, hoping that patience and kindness will eventually help her learn to t
Ages 4–9
Easy as Pie
Cari Best
A kitchen fills with the scent of rolling dough and sweet fruit as a young baker learns that making the perfect treat is
Ages 4–8
We Planted a Tree
Diane Muldrow
For the child curious about how a tiny seed becomes a giant tree. This poetic story shows how planting a single sapling
Ages 3–7
Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?
Rita Gray
For the child who wonders about the quiet world of nature, this rhythmic exploration celebrates the beauty of watching,
Ages 4–8
Gigi and Ojiji #1
Gigi and Ojiji
Melissa Iwai
Gigi is thrilled for her Japanese grandpa to move in, but she soon realizes that sharing her life with Ojiji is more com
Ages 4–8
Aggie and Ben #2
Good Dog, Aggie
Lori Ries
For the child who feels discouraged when learning new skills or working with a high-energy pet.
Ages 4–8
Sea Bear
written and illustrated by Lindsay Moore
For the child learning to navigate seasons of waiting and change. A lyrical look at a polar bear's journey across the sh
Ages 4–8
My Grandma Is Coming to Town
Anna Grossnickle Hines
For the child eagerly awaiting a grandparent's visit. This gentle story helps little ones navigate the excitement and th
Ages 3–7
In Search of the Perfect Pumpkin
Gloria Evangelista
A family's quest for the best holiday pie leads them to plant their own seeds and watch the amazing life cycle of a pump
Ages 5–9
Absolutely One Thing
Lauren Child
For the child who wants everything in the toy aisle. Charlie and Lola navigate the tricky world of choices and counting
Ages 3–7
Champions on the Bench
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child who feels overlooked or stuck on the sidelines, this book honors the patience and perseverance of those wa
Ages 4–9
Homespun Sarah
Verla Kay
Sarah needs a new dress, so she begins the long colonial journey from shearing a sheep to weaving cloth and sewing every
Ages 4–8
At the Mountain's Base
Traci Sorell
For the child feeling the quiet ache of missing someone far away, this lyrical story celebrates the bond of a Native Ame
Ages 4–8
Satchmo's Blues
Alan Schroeder
Young Louis Armstrong dreams of making music while growing up in New Orleans, working hard to finally buy the pawn shop
Ages 5–9
Nine Candles
Maria Testa
For children navigating the complex emotions of having a loved one in prison, this story offers a bridge of love, patien
Ages 5–9
Across the Blue Pacific: A World War II Story
Louise Borden
For the child curious about history or waiting for a loved one to return, this story explores the quiet bravery of those
Ages 8–12
All Dogs Are Angels at Heart
Eileen Tonick, Mickey McGov
You can transform your new puppy into a well-mannered companion in just five weeks using a simple method built on consis
Ages 6–12
Truman #1
Sit, Truman!
Dan Harper
For the family adjusting to a high-energy new pet, this story celebrates the messy, joyful, and often distracting proces
Ages 3–7
Goose Moon
Carolyn Arden
Listen for the distant honking of geese under the moon as the cold of winter begins to yield to the first hopeful signs
Ages 4–8
A Handful of Sunshine
Melanie Eclare
Tilda works hard in the garden to help a sunflower grow, moving from a tiny seed to a towering bloom in this colorful gu
Ages 4–7
