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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+
Mr. Snore #1
There's a Dinosaur on the 13th Floor
Wade Bradford
Mr. Snore is desperate for sleep, but every floor of the Sharemore Hotel holds a noisy, damp, or crowded surprise until
Ages 4–8
Our Teacher's Having a Baby
Eve Bunting
For students navigating the changes that come when a beloved teacher expects a baby, this book celebrates the communal j
Ages 4–8
Sam and Mother Bear #3
Don't You Feel Well, Sam?
Amy Hest
Sam has a nagging cough, but Mrs. Bear is right there to offer comfort and care through the long, chilly night.
Ages 2–5
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12–18 yrs
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26 Fairmount Avenue #2
The Baby Sister
Tomie dePaola
Tommy dreams of a sister with a red ribbon in her hair, but first he has to survive a visit from stern Nana Fall-River w
Ages 4–8
Harry and Matilda #2
Harry Hates Shopping!
Ronda Armitage
Sibling squabbles and restless energy turn a simple grocery trip into a test of patience for Mother Koala as she tries t
Ages 3–7
The Place Book Series #1
The Airport Book
Lisa Brown
Everything from luggage carousels to security lines comes to life as a family searches for a lost sock monkey during a b
Ages 2–7
Usborne First Reading
The Ant and the Grasshopper
Katie Daynes
While Grasshopper plays through the sunny days, Ant works hard to prepare for the cold in this charming retelling of the
Ages 4–6
Angela Weaves a Dream
Michele Sola
High in the mountains of southern Mexico, Angela masters the intricate patterns and ancient traditions of her ancestors
Ages 8–12
The Carver Chronicles #3
Don't Feed the Geckos!
Karen English
African American and Latino boys navigate a world of humor and charm in this universal chapter book series entry.
Ages 6–9
The Christmas Box
Joanne Stewart Wetzel
A mysterious wooden box arrives from Japan, bringing a touch of holiday magic to a family missing their father during hi
Ages 4–8
What's Polite?
Harriet Ziefert
Scooter the pig is heading to a real restaurant with his grandparents and needs to remember his manners in this interact
Ages 2–5
Usborne First Reading
The Hare and the Tortoise
Mairi Mackinnon
Harry Hare is certain he will win any race, but slow and steady Tom Tortoise has a surprising plan to cross the finish l
Ages 5–7
Jasmine Green Rescues #7
A Donkey Called Mistletoe
Helen Peters
For the child who dreams of rescuing animals, this gentle story navigates the hard work and deep rewards of caring for a
Ages 7–10
The Door in the Wall
Marguerite de Angeli
Stranded in plague-ridden London while his parents are away, young Robin must find his strength to survive a perilous jo
Ages 8–12
John Davidson's Early Readers
Peter Gets a Shelter Puppy
John Davidson
For the child who is preparing to bring a new furry friend home from a shelter. This story explores the excitement and r
Ages 3–7
Baby-Sitters Little Sister #114
Karen's Chicken Pox
Ann M. Martin
For the child feeling frustrated by a sudden illness that ruins their big plans. Help them navigate the disappointment o
Ages 7–9
Arthur Adventures #9
Arthur's Tooth
Marc Brown
For the child who feels like everyone else is hitting milestones first. Arthur navigates the social pressure and persona
Ages 4–8
Step into Reading
Drop It, Rocket!
Tad Hills
For the budding reader who is learning that some treasures are hard to let go of. Follow Rocket the dog as he practices
Ages 3–7
Howard and the Mummy
Tracey Fern
For the child who needs to know that big dreams take time, grit, and a lot of digging to come true.
Ages 6–9
Meet Miss Fancy
Irene Latham
For children processing the unfairness of being left out, this story offers a gentle path toward patience and creative p
Ages 4–8
How Do Dinosaurs...?
How Do Dinosaurs Say Merry Christmas?
Jane Yolen
Even the biggest dinosaurs can be on their best behavior as they celebrate the holiday with cheer and polite manners.
Ages 2–5
The Cat Who Loved Mozart
Patricia Austin
For the quiet child who finds comfort in music and needs to feel seen. This gentle story explores how art and patience c
Ages 4–8
A Game for Swallows
Zeina Abirached
Growing up in a city divided by the Lebanese Civil War, Zeina shares a childhood defined by family stories and the quest
Ages 10–18
Tiny Tab Books
Owl Has a Halloween Party
Jannie Ho
Pull the tabs to reveal who is knocking at the door and what costumes they are wearing to Owl’s big Halloween celebratio
Ages 0–3
