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Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting
Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,861 books about patience & waiting
0–3 yrs
1895 books
4–7 yrs
1790 books
8–11 yrs
184 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Katie Woo's Neighborhood
Firefighter Kayla
Fran Manushkin
Katie has so many burning questions for her aunt the firefighter, but she'll have to practice being patient until the pr
Ages 5–7
Kate and Dave #2
"The Trouble with Dogs," Said Dad
Bob Graham
When a professional trainer arrives to tame Dave the dog, the whole family discovers that humans have just as much to le
Ages 4–8
Max and Millie
Take Turns, Max and Millie
Felicity Brooks
Max and Millie learn that playtime is better when everyone gets a chance to lead, with simple text perfect for little on
Ages 2–4
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12–18 yrs
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Big Rain Coming
Katrina Germein
For the child learning the value of anticipation, this evocative story captures the heavy, shimmering heat of Northern A
Ages 4–8
Lottie's Dream
Bonnie Pryor
Growing up on the prairie means a life far from the coast, but Lottie never gives up on her childhood dream of finally s
Ages 4–8
Don't Worry Bear
Greg Foley
For the child who worries about their friends when they are out of sight. A gentle introduction to change, patience, and
Ages 2–5
Mela
Maddalena Schiavo
Gentle, wordless illustrations capture the quiet moments of patience and warmth required for a young girl to earn the tr
Ages 4–8
Hush Songs
Joyce Carol Thomas
Rhythmic African-American lullabies and historical notes come together to create a soulful and soothing end to the day.
Ages 0–8
Can I Sit in the Middle?
Susanne Strasser
Wiggling, squishing, and finding the perfect spot to sit is half the battle in this playful look at the joyful chaos tha
Ages 2–5
Wintergarden
Janet Fox
Inside a warm kitchen while the world is cold, a young girl and her mother plant a windowsill herb garden to harvest the
Ages 4–8
The Puppy Place #14
Cody
Ellen Miles
For the child learning about the joys and challenges of helping a shy animal find its place in the world.
Ages 7–10
Is This a House for Hermit Crab?
Megan McDonald
For the child facing a big transition or feeling like they have outgrown their current space and need to find where they
Ages 3–7
Mister Magnolia
Quentin Blake
For the child who embraces their own eccentricities, this bouncy rhyme celebrates finding joy in life even when things a
Ages 2–6
Little Miu
Don't Fight!
Muki
Miu discovers that while it's okay to feel angry, using gentle words instead of hitting keeps playdates fun and friendsh
Ages 1–6
What to Do When
What to Do When It's Time to Calm Down
Cara Goodwin
Help little ones manage big feelings with simple physical techniques like belly breathing, muscle relaxation, and asking
Ages 1–3
Yogi Superhero #3
Yogi Superhero: Time to Rest
Anna Smithers
Even superheroes need to recharge. Learn simple yoga and relaxation techniques designed to help calm the mind and body b
Ages 3–8
Long Shot for Paul
Matt Christopher
Glenn is a determined brother who won't give up on teaching Paul, who has developmental disabilities, how to master the
Ages 8–12
Anzu the Great Kaiju #2
Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum
Sweet Anzu loves his bonsai, but when his efforts to cheer up a crying stranger backfire, he realizes that sitting quiet
Ages 4–8
Serendipity Books
Little Mouse on the Prairie
Stephen Cosgrove
A hardworking mouse and her playful friends find a balance between necessary chores and joyful fun to create a comfortab
Ages 5–8
Moomin Storybooks
Moomin and the Birthday Button
Tove Jansson
Moomintroll is bursting with birthday excitement, but he is crushed to find that all his friends seem much too busy to n
Ages 2–5
Llama Llama Picture Books #2
Llama Llama Mad at Mama
Anna Dewdney
A trip to the grocery store turns into a major meltdown when a little llama loses his patience with his mama's long list
Ages 2–5
Violet Mackerel #1
Violet Mackerel's Brilliant Plot
Anna Branford
After falling in love with a delicate blue china bird, seven-year-old Violet puts her imaginative mind to work on a clev
Ages 6–9
Splat the Cat #2
Merry Christmas, Splat
Rob Scotton
Splat the cat is having a minor holiday crisis as he frets over whether his behavior was quite good enough to earn a spe
Ages 3–7
I Sang You down from the Stars
Tasha Spillett-Sumner
For parents awaiting a new arrival, this lyrical story celebrates the sacred tradition of preparing a child's heart and
Ages 0–8
