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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,881 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1906 books
4–7 yrs
1798 books
8–11 yrs
185 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Lost Horse: A Chinese Folktale
Ed Young
For the child struggling with unexpected setbacks or sudden wins, this Taoist parable shows how life's twists are rarely
Ages 5–10
Wake, Sleepy One: California Poppies and the Super Bloom
Lisa Kerr
For the child who marvels at the first flowers of spring, this poetic journey reveals the hidden magic of seeds waiting
Ages 4–8
The Middle Of Somewhere
J.B. Cheaney
For the child learning to balance their own needs with the needs of a sibling who requires extra care and patience.
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
8 books
Wonder Horse: The True Story of the World's Smartest Horse
Emily Arnold McCully
Discover the incredible true bond between Bill Key and an orphaned foal who learned to read and write through kindness i
Ages 5–9
Three Samurai Cats
Eric A. Kimmel
For the child who needs to learn that true strength comes from a quiet mind rather than just physical power and competit
Ages 5–10
Just Right Family
Silvia Lopez
For the child preparing to welcome an adopted sibling. This story explores the mix of excitement and big sister jitters
Ages 4–8
Don't Fidget a Feather!
Erica Silverman
For the child who needs to learn that being a good friend is more important than winning every game or being the best at
Ages 4–8
Amanda #1
Nine for California
Sonia Levitin
For children facing a big move or a long wait, this spirited adventure shows how a family stays close and finds joy whil
Ages 5–9
Centipede's 100 Shoes
Tony Ross
For the child who gets overwhelmed by big tasks or feels like they need to have every new gadget just because everyone e
Ages 3–7
Buddha Stories
Demi
Golden-winged guardians and celestial deities come to life in these stories of the spiritual uncle of the Buddha protect
Ages 4–10
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
Martin Waddell
Little Bear is scared of the shadows in his cave, but Big Bear has just the right amount of patience and light to help h
Ages 2–6
Bat in the Boot, The
Annie Cannon
When two children find a tiny baby bat in their mudroom, they must work together to keep it safe and warm until its moth
Ages 4–8
Owl Babies
Martin Waddell
For the child who feels anxious when a parent leaves the room, this gentle story provides reassurance that Mommy always
Ages 2–5
The Surprise Doll
Morrell Gipson
For the child who loves their toys deeply and is learning about the different cultures and countries that make our world
Ages 4–8
Pete the Cat Plays Hide-and-Seek
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the child who loves the thrill of a friendly game but needs a little help with the rules and patience of playing wit
Ages 3–6
Since the Baby Came
Kathleen Long Bostrom
For the child navigating the big changes of a new baby in the house, from messy diapers to the feeling of sharing their
Ages 2–5
Secrets of the Garden
Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
For the child curious about why ladybugs are in the bushes or where their dinner comes from, this book reveals the invis
Ages 4–8
Daddy's Back-to-School Shopping Adventure
Alan Lawrence Sitomer
For the child who needs a giggle to ease the back to school jitters. This role reversal story turns a stressful errand i
Ages 4–8
Making Cents
Elizabeth Keeler Robinson
A single penny starts a big project as five neighborhood friends learn to earn, save, and count money to build their ver
Ages 4–8
The Berenstain Bears: Kindness Counts
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
For the child who needs a gentle reminder on how to treat others with grace, especially when a peer is being difficult o
Ages 4–8
Pole Dog
Tres Seymour
For the child grappling with the fear of being left behind or the pain of mistreatment, this story explores the resilien
Ages 4–8
Alan and Naomi
Myron Levoy
In 1944 Brooklyn, two children from different worlds build a delicate friendship as they navigate the aftermath of traum
Ages 10–14
I Wished for You
Marianne Richmond
For children who joined their family through adoption and need to hear how much they were wanted, loved, and wished for
Ages 2–7
Emotional Learning Books
My Bad Mood
Emily Hartmann
For the child who wakes up on the wrong side of the bed or feels a cloud following them. This story validates the experi
Ages 3–7
