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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+
Hello Genius
Penguin Misses Mom
Michael Dahl
For the toddler who feels a big ache in their heart when Mom says goodbye. This gentle board book offers reassurance tha
Ages 2–4
Puffin Rock #1
Good Night, Beautiful Moon
Penguin Young Readers Licenses
Oona is determined to see the supermoon's brilliant glow, but she'll have to find a way to stay awake past her usual bed
Ages 3–6
Moving Day
Robert Kalan
A little hermit crab wanders the shore, trying on shell after shell in a rhythmic search for the one house that feels ex
Ages 3–6
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12–18 yrs
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Angelina Ballerina #7
Angelina's Birthday
Katharine Holabird
After a birthday mishap ruins her bicycle, Angelina takes on odd jobs to earn a new one, turning a broken wheel into a l
Ages 3–7
Usborne First Reading
The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs
Mairi Mackinnon, Aesop
For the child who struggles with 'more is better' or wants everything right now: this classic fable teaches the value of
Ages 4–7
Jake Maddox Sports Stories
Snowboarding Surprise
Jake Maddox
For the child learning to balance their own big goals with family responsibilities when a younger sibling tags along on
Ages 8–12
Manners #1
Manners on the School Bus
Amanda Doering Tourville
For the child preparing to ride the bus for the first time, this helpful guide offers clear steps for a safe and respect
Ages 4–7
Gardens
Growing a Garden
Mari Schuh
Colorful photographs and simple explanations reveal how seeds, soil, and water work together to create a thriving backya
Ages 4–7
Tomorrow I'll Be #2
Tomorrow I'll Be Kind
Jessica Hische
Gentle hand-lettered illustrations lead a quiet reflection on how small promises to be helpful and patient can brighten
Ages 3–7
Through the Night
Jim Aylesworth
Quiet roads and steady headlights guide a father through the darkness as he drives through the night to reach his waitin
Ages 3–7
Will it Rain?
Holly Keller
As the sky darkens and the wind begins to hum, the animals around the pond wait and wonder if the rain is finally coming
Ages 3–7
Fold Out and Find Out #2
Big Yellow Sunflower
Frances Barry
For the curious toddler or preschooler who loves playing in the dirt and watching things grow. This tactile book literal
Ages 2–5
Wildlife Watching Spotting Animals on Outdoor Adventures
Raymond Bean
For the young explorer eager to step outside and discover local wildlife. This guide provides the tools and tips needed
Ages 8–11
Alan Lightman's Science Adventures #1
Ada and the Galaxies
Alan Lightman, Olga Pastuchiv
For the child who feels small in a big world, this story uses real Hubble telescope photos to show how we are all connec
Ages 4–8
When the Root Children Wake Up
Helen Dean Fish
For the child who asks how the flowers know it is time to bloom. This timeless fantasy personifies the change of seasons
Ages 3–7
A Dolly for Christmas: The True Story of a Family's Christmas Miracle
Kimberly Schlapman
For the child who is patiently wishing for a sibling, this true story explores the hope and faith of a family waiting fo
Ages 4–8
Sandy Lane Stables #2
The Perfect Pony
Michelle Bates
For the young equestrian who dreams of having their own horse and needs to understand the patience and responsibility th
Ages 8–12
Winter Lullaby
Dianne White
A chilly wind blows and the sky turns gray as Mama Bear patiently explains to her restless cub why everyone from mice to
Ages 3–7
Sears Children's Library
Baby on the Way
William Sears, Martha Sears, Christie Watts Kelly
For the child who is curious about what happens when a new baby is on the way. This book explains pregnancy and birth th
Ages 2–6
Pigs #3
Pigs at a Party
Hans Wilhelm
Join three very polite little pigs as they wrap gifts, play games, and show off their best party manners while waiting f
Ages 0–3
How to Tell My Mom... That I Need a Puppy
Elena Bartow
For the child who is ready to prove they can handle the responsibility of a dog and wants to build a convincing case for
Ages 4–9
Read and Wonder
My Goose Betsy
Trudi Braun
Watch Betsy the goose carefully build her nest and guard her eggs until the very moment her fluffy yellow goslings final
Ages 3–7
The Austin Family Chronicles #1
Meet the Austins
Madeleine L'Engle
The Austin family’s quiet life is turned upside down when they take in Maggy Hamilton, a self-centered girl struggling t
Ages 9–12
The Crane and the Keeper: How an Endangered Crane Chose a Human as Her Mate
Meeg Pincus
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in with their peers, this touching true story shows how an unusual bon
Ages 4–8
