When Will Sarah Come?

Name: When Will Sarah Come?
ISBN: 9780688161811

Lulu Series · Book 2 of 4

For any young child who eagerly anticipates the return of a beloved family member, this book beautifully captures the patience and yearning of waiting.

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About This Book

A parent would reach for this book when their younger child struggles with the long, quiet hours while an older sibling or parent is away at school or work. It tenderly follows a little boy named Jonathan as he listens to the sounds of the day, repeatedly asking his father when his big sister, Sarah, will be home. The book beautifully validates feelings of loneliness and impatience, transforming the act of waiting into a gentle, hopeful experience. It’s perfect for preschoolers who are adjusting to new family schedules, offering immense comfort and normalizing the ache of missing someone you love.

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What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

A young child feels lonely and impatient while waiting for his sister to come home.

Sensitive Topics

This book is very gentle and does not contain significant sensitive topics. The core feeling is a mild, temporary loneliness and impatience, which is presented as a normal part of a loving family's day and is fully resolved with a happy ending.

Ideal Reader

A 3 to 5-year-old who is newly experiencing separation from a family member, particularly an older sibling who has just started school. This child feels the length of the day keenly and needs validation for their feelings of missing their sibling and reassurance that the separation is temporary.