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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+
Fun, No Fun
James Stevenson
Take a look back at childhood through a playful lens where every memory is sorted into two very important piles: things
Ages 5–9
A Man and His Hat
Letitia Parr
A missing hat turns an old man’s day upside down in this rhythmic tale about the grumpy frustration of losing something
Ages 3–7
Guinea PIG, Pet Shop Private Eye #1
Hamster and Cheese
Colleen AF Venable
Sasspants the guinea pig just wants some peace, but this reluctant detective must jump into action to solve the mystery
Ages 6–10
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12–18 yrs
6 books
Houghton Mifflin Reading
Road Work Ahead
Robert Newell
Carlos and his mother encounter a busy construction site and powerful machinery while traveling to Grandmother's house.
Ages 4–7
Mr. Tiffin's Classroom #3
A Tooth Story
Margaret McNamara
Jamie is the only one in class who hasn't lost a tooth yet, but a surprise on the playground might finally change his sm
Ages 4–6
Sam the Bear #1
Sam's Winter Hat
Albert Lamb
For the child who struggles with winter gear or finding the perfect fit. Help your little one embrace the changing seaso
Ages 2–5
My Rhinoceros
Jon Agee
A boy worries his new pet rhinoceros is a bit of a dud until the animal reveals surprising, hidden talents that make him
Ages 4–8
Before You Came
Patricia MacLachlan, Emily MacLachlan Charest
For the child curious about their family's story, this lyrical book celebrates the love and anticipation that existed be
Ages 4–8
Friends with Disabilities
My Friend Has ADHD
Amanda Doering Tourville
For children who want to understand why a friend acts differently, this gentle guide explains ADHD through the lens of a
Ages 4–8
The Quigleys #1
The Quigleys
Simon Mason
For families who find the humor in everyday chaos: these stories normalize the small disasters, sibling squabbles, and c
Ages 7–10
Lola Levine #8
Lola Levine Runs Out of Steam
Monica Brown
Lola Levine is always on the go, but she soon realizes that even the most active kids need to slow down and find time to
Ages 6–9
Tosca #2
Tosca's Surprise
Matthew Sturgis
For children curious about the quiet changes in nature and the need for a peaceful sanctuary. Follow a restless cat as s
Ages 3–7
The Snail Mail
Rachael Atkins
For the child who needs a reminder that taking your time is okay: join a steady little snail on his important mission to
Ages 2–6
Small Wonders
Matthew Clark Smith
A dedicated naturalist makes groundbreaking discoveries by watching insects in the wild, brought to life through detaile
Ages 6–9
Fourth of July
Barbara M. Joosse
Ross is tired of waiting until he is six, but a long, hot march to the end of the Fourth of July parade might finally pr
Ages 4–8
Bookie & Cookie
Blanca Gómez
Two little friends live on opposite pages of the very same book. Watch them use paper collage and digital art to figure
Ages 3–7
One Leaf, Two Leaves, Count with Me
John Micklos Jr.
Count your way through the changing seasons as leaves sprout in the spring and fall in the autumn in this rhythmic, brig
Ages 2–5
BrindleFox
John Sandford
A tree grows from the back of a grumpy fox, creating a home for a playful heron in this lushly painted story about an un
Ages 4–8
Good Night Belly Button
Lucie Brunellière
A cozy blanket climbs higher with every turned flap, tucking in a wide-awake baby from her tiny toes all the way up to h
Ages 0–3
Usborne First Reading
The Daydreamer
Kate Davies
A little girl's mind wanders to all the treasures she wants to buy at the market, but her daydreams might cost her the v
Ages 5–7
Peep and Ducky #2
Rainy Day
David Martin
For toddlers who feel stuck inside when it rains, this cozy story shows how simple indoor games with a friend can make a
Ages 0–3
Clifford Runs to Story Time
Norman Bridwell
For the little one who is just starting to discover the joy of library books and needs a nudge of excitement about visit
Ages 2–6
The Berenstain Bears
The Berenstain Bears: World's Wisest Mama Bear
Mike Berenstain
For the child who needs a reminder that Mom always has a plan. A comforting look at how Mama Bear uses patience and wisd
Ages 3–7
Toddler Tools #7
Naptime
Elizabeth Verdick
For the toddler who resists the transition from play to rest, this rhythmic guide helps little ones settle their bodies
Ages 1–3
