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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+
Investigate #1
Life Cycles
Charlotte Guillain
For the curious child marveling at how a tiny egg becomes a butterfly, this book explores the incredible transformations
Ages 5–8
Black Belt
Matt Faulkner
Seeking refuge from a bully in a karate school leads Bushi into a different time, where a master teaches that a sharp mi
Ages 5–9
A Rose Named Peace How Francis Meilland Created a Flower of Hope for a World at War
Barbara Carroll Roberts
For the child who needs to see how beauty and hope can survive during dark times, this story shows how a single flower b
Ages 6–10
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The Willow Maiden
Meghan Collins
For the child navigating the bittersweet nature of change and the realization that loving someone sometimes means lettin
Ages 5–9
The Magical Yet #3
The Marvelous Now
Angela DiTerlizzi
For the child who struggles with worrying about the future or rushing through their day, this rhythmic guide helps them
Ages 4–8
Max & Ruby
Ruby Writes a Story
Rosemary Wells
Ruby’s attempts to write her story are interrupted by Max’s cowboy games, until she realizes his play might be the inspi
Ages 4–7
Why?
Lindsay Camp
Lily’s father is exhausted by her endless stream of questions, until her curiosity becomes the only thing that can save
Ages 4–8
Max and Marla #2
Max and Marla Are Having a Picnic
Alexandra Boiger
Sunny skies and a comfy blanket set the stage for a lakeside picnic, but Max realizes their perfect spring day needs jus
Ages 3–5
Cork & Fuzz #4
No Fooling
Dori Chaconas
A muskrat named Cork and a possum named Fuzz trek through the snow while Fuzz tries to pull off as many funny tricks as
Ages 4–8
Mine, All Mine!
Claire Hawcock
For the child who struggles to share their favorite things. This interactive puppet book helps toddlers understand that
Ages 2–5
Butterfly Life Cycles
Painted Lady Butterflies
Martha E. H. Rustad
For the curious young explorer captivated by the tiny creatures in the garden. This simple guide uses vibrant photos to
Ages 4–8
The Usborne Book of
Juggling
Clive Gifford
Master the art of the toss with step-by-step practice routines and action photos that help beginners fix common mistakes
Ages 8–12
Oliver and Amanda Pig #1
Tales of Oliver Pig
Jean Van Leeuwen
For the child navigating the small but significant milestones of daily life, from a snowy afternoon to a rainy day insid
Ages 4–8
TOW Gang Picture Books #12
The Book of Bedtime
Melinda Kinsman
Ollie the rabbit is wide awake, but gentle body-scan meditations and muted watercolor illustrations help turn high-energ
Ages 3–7
My First Russian
Days, Months, Seasons & Time
Veronika S.
For the early learner who is starting to ask 'is it my birthday yet?' or 'what day is tomorrow?', this guide helps make
Ages 3–6
Farmyard Tales
Sam Sheep Can't Sleep
Phil Roxbee Cox
Sam the sheep is wide awake while everyone else is fast asleep. This bouncy, rhyming tale follows his nighttime antics u
Ages 2–6
Houndsley and Catina
Through the Seasons
James Howe
For the child navigating the ups and downs of a close friendship, this gentle collection celebrates supporting one anoth
Ages 5–8
Grow It!
Carrots Grow Underground
Mari Schuh
Follow the hidden journey of a tiny seed as it transforms into a crunchy orange vegetable deep beneath the soil.
Ages 3–7
Cleo's Christmas Dreams
Pierre Le-Tan
Cleo fills her home with holiday magic by baking cookies, crafting handmade ornaments, and writing letters to Santa with
Ages 3–7
What Newt Could Do for Turtle
Jonathan London
For the child learning that friendship is about showing up for others. A gentle story about helping a friend and discove
Ages 4–8
Muppet Lift-the-Flap
Where Are Kermit's Keys?
Alison Inches
Kermit is hungry for pizza, but he can't leave until he finds his car keys! Help him look under the flaps to see what su
Ages 2–5
A Farmhouse Holiday #2
Christmas: Stories & Lessons for Little Ones
Farmhouse Book Co.
For the family seeking to center their holiday season on faith, these short stories and lessons help young children conn
Ages 4–9
Hairy Maclary and Friends #2
Hairy Maclary's Bone
Lynley Dodd
For the little one learning to navigate social pressure and boundaries. A scrappy pup tries to keep his prize while a gr
Ages 2–5
Rigby Focus Forward
A Night Out
Carmel Reilly
For the child feeling eager about a special family event, this gentle story mirrors the excitement and steps of getting
Ages 5–7
