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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,879 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1905 books
4–7 yrs
1797 books
8–11 yrs
185 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Princess and the Potty
Emily Arnold McCully
The king and queen are desperate for the princess to use her potty, leading to a royal standoff that only the court advi
Ages 2–5
The Puppy Place #65
Bingo
Ellen Miles
For the child who is eager for the responsibility of a first pet, this heartwarming story explores the joys and challeng
Ages 7–10
Tanya the Ballerina #5
Tanya and the Red Shoes
Patricia Lee Gauch
Tanya watches her sister dance and longs for the day she can finally put on her own pair of professional toe shoes.
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
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While You Are Away
Eileen Spinelli
Honest feelings of missing someone take center stage as three children share what it is like when a parent is far away f
Ages 4–8
Traveling to Tondo
Verna Aardema
A civet cat heading to his own wedding encounters a series of unexpected and humorous delays in this rhythmic folktale.
Ages 4–8
Emma Full of Wonders
Elisha Cooper
Emma the dog spends her days dreaming of snacks and walks in the grass, but her biggest dream of all is about to come tr
Ages 4–8
The House in the Mail
Rosemary Wells, Tom Wells
Emily and her family browse a 1928 catalog of house kits, picking out their dream home and building it piece by piece in
Ages 5–9
Jafta #6
Jafta: The Homecoming
Hugh Lewin
A young boy in South Africa waits with deep emotion and anticipation for the day his father finally returns home from wo
Ages 5–9
Wemberly #2
Wemberly's Ice-Cream Star
Kevin Henkes
Wemberly the mouse worries about almost everything, but she soon discovers that a little bit of patience can make life m
Ages 2–5
Quill the Forest Keeper
Marije Tolman
In a world where everyone is rushing to be faster and bigger, a tiny hero named Quill tries to show everyone how to stop
Ages 4–8
Tom Rabbit
Martin Waddell
A busy day on the farm ends with a search for a beloved toy rabbit as Sammy waits for a bedtime reunion.
Ages 2–5
Jack #3
Jack's Kite
Yvonne Jagtenberg
Jack struggles to get his new kite into the air at a campground, but a series of helpful neighbors and a timely arrival
Ages 3–6
One Good Night 'til
One Good Night 'til Halloween
Frank Berrios
Anticipation fills the air as a child prepares for a night of sleep before the costumes, treats, and decorations of Hall
Ages 0–3
When Joel Comes Home
Susi Gregg Fowler
A little girl and her parents prepare with great excitement to welcome a new friend and his newly adopted son into their
Ages 4–8
Old Wood Boat
Nikki McClure
A weathered wooden boat covered in vines is lovingly restored by a family until she is ready to taste the salt spray onc
Ages 4–8
It's Quacking Time
Martin Waddell
A little duckling and the whole family gather round with excitement as they wait for a new egg to finally hatch.
Ages 2–5
Ruby the Duckling #1
Ruby in Her Own Time
Jonathan Emmett
The last to hatch and the slowest to grow, a little duckling named Ruby proves that taking your time can lead to the hig
Ages 3–6
Ava and Pip #2
Ava and Taco Cat
Carol Weston
Fifth-grader Ava navigates the heartbreak of losing a best friend while finding comfort in her diary and a shy, rescued
Ages 8–12
Ang Kamatis ni Peles (Peles' Tomatoes)
Virgilio S. Almario
Peles the grasshopper is determined to grow his own tomatoes, but he soon discovers that a successful garden requires bo
Ages 4–8
If You Want to Ride a Horse
Amy Novesky
Quiet patience and soft art reveal that bonding with a horse is about much more than just the ride; it is about trust an
Ages 4–8
Scientists in the Field
The Woods Scientist
Stephen R. Swinburne
For the child who loves exploring the woods and wonders what animals do when no one is watching. Join a real biologist t
Ages 9–12
Kids' Class Cookbooks #3
Cupcake Class
Deanna F. Cook, Joy Howard
For the young kitchen enthusiast ready to move from tasting to creating. This guide empowers kids to master the art of t
Ages 6–12
Baby Bear #2
Baby Bear Counts One
Ashley Wolff
For the curious toddler preparing for winter or a new season. This gentle story uses nature's wonders to introduce numbe
Ages 2–5
Franklin #6
Franklin Plays the Game
Paulette Bourgeois, Sharon Jennings
For the child who feels discouraged when they aren't the best at a new hobby or sport right away.
Ages 3–7
