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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+
One Long Line: Marching Caterpillars and the Scientists Who Followed Them
Loree Griffin Burns
Follow Jean-Henri Fabre as he uses the methodical scientific process to challenge old theories about why caterpillars ma
Ages 8–12
The Wind and the Clover
Audrey Helen Weber
For the child who finds magic in the small details of the backyard. A rabbit's quiet quest through tall grass celebrates
Ages 4–8
Wayne Grover's True Adventures #2
Ali and the Golden Eagle
Wayne Grover
An unlikely friendship forms in a remote Saudi Arabian village when an American helps a young boy master the ancient and
Ages 8–12
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Pumpkins
Ken Robbins
For the curious child wondering how a tiny seed becomes a giant orange squash, this book captures the magic of growth th
Ages 4–8
Made By Hand: A Crafts Sampler
Carole Lexa Schaefer
For the child who loves to create and tinker, this rhythmic collection of poems marvels at the quiet, steady magic of ma
Ages 5–9
First Graphics: Science Cycles
Seed, Sprout, Fruit: An Apple Tree Life Cycle
Shannon Knudsen
Witness the transformation of a tiny seed into a fruit-bearing tree through this graphic novel journey into the life cyc
Ages 6–9
Sidewalk Circus
Paul Fleischman
An ordinary city bus stop transforms into a spectacular arena as a young girl watches the everyday world turn into a bus
Ages 4–8
Santa Mouse
A Visit from St. Nicholas and Santa Mouse Too!
Clement C. Moore, Michael Brown
For the family starting a cozy new holiday tradition, this charming pairing of a classic poem with a tiny mouse's journe
Ages 3–7
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford's Kitten
Norman Bridwell
For the child adjusting to a new pet or sibling, this gentle story follows Clifford as he navigates the ups and downs of
Ages 3–7
A Bear for Christmas
Holly Keller
Joey can't wait for Christmas morning and sneaks his new toy bear out early, only to face a moment of panic when he acci
Ages 3–7
Pinkalicious
Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes
Victoria Kann
For the child who loves the spotlight but needs help learning that being in a band means playing together, not just play
Ages 4–8
Pony Pals #2
The Story of Our Ponies
Jeanne Betancourt
For the young animal lover dreaming of their very first pet, this nostalgic prequel celebrates the patience and responsi
Ages 7–10
Meg and Mog #7
Meg's Veg
Helen Nicoll
Meg the witch and her friends head out to the garden to plant some vegetables, bringing a bit of magic to the soil.
Ages 3–6
Parkside Stables #2
Racehorse in the Rain
Ben M. Baglio
For the child who feels helpless when an animal is suffering or scared. This story explores how patience and empathy can
Ages 8–12
I Want 100 Dogs
Stacy McAnulty
For the child who is begging for a pet and doesn't quite understand the work involved. This silly counting story balance
Ages 3–6
Minfong Ho's Thai Picture Books #1
Hush!: A Thai Lullaby
Minfong Ho
Under the quiet Thai night, a mother gently asks each noisy animal to be still so her sleeping baby isn't woken up.
Ages 2–5
Pioneer Daughters #3
Hannah's Winter of Hope
Jean Van Leeuwen
While her brother is held captive by the British, Hannah and her family work to rebuild their home and hold onto hope fo
Ages 7–10
Help Me Be Good
A Book about Complaining
Joy Wilt Berry
For the child who constantly grumbles about what's for dinner or whose turn it is. This gentle guide helps little ones f
Ages 4–8
Spot It
Sarah L Schuette, Jennifer L Marks
For the child who loves interactive challenges and solving mysteries. This massive collection of photo puzzles builds fo
Ages 4–8
Amy Wild, Animal Talker #1
The Great Sheep Race
Diana Kimpton
For the child who feels left out of the group or told they can't participate, this story celebrates using creativity and
Ages 6–9
Dawn: Watch the World Awaken
Marc Martin
A deer drinks and a flower blooms as the sun inches over the horizon, capturing the quiet, busy magic of the world wakin
Ages 3–7
Iggy
Marcia Newfield
After a difficult past, an iguana finds himself living a life of luxury and love with a big family in a city penthouse.
Ages 7–10
The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place #1
The Mysterious Howling
Maryrose Wood
For children who feel like they don't quite fit in or are struggling to navigate new social rules. A witty tale about fi
Ages 8–12
A Seed is a Promise
Claire Merrill
For the curious child wondering how a tiny seed becomes a giant sunflower or a tasty vegetable, this book explains the q
Ages 4–8
