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Books for Saying Goodbye

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For the toddler discovering the power of their own voice and body. This rhythmic board book celebrates everyday actions

For the reader who feels like an outsider and loves unraveling secrets, this meta-fictional finale celebrates finding yo

Ages 8–12

Katie's Wish

Barbara Shook Hazen

For the child grappling with the weight of 'what-ifs' or feeling responsible for things beyond their control, this story

Ages 5–9

Waiting for the Magic

Patricia MacLachlan

For the child feeling the quiet ache of a parent's absence. This gentle story uses a houseful of animals to help a famil

Ages 7–10

Greyling

Jane Yolen

For the child grappling with the bittersweet nature of growing up and the pull between where they are and where they tru

Ages 5–9

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

Grimoire #1

The Curse of the Midions

Brad Strickland

For the child who feels lost when things change unexpectedly, this adventure explores finding your way and building a ne

Ages 8–12

What Alvin Wanted

Holly Keller

For the family managing a toddler's big feelings, this gentle story explores how even the best distractions can't replac

For the teen navigating the high stakes of loyalty and sacrifice while questioning everything they thought they knew abo

Ages 14–18

Lost Moose

Jan Slepian

For the child feeling a little lost in the wide world, this lyrical journey offers comfort through a magical connection

Ages 4–8

Cirque Du Freak: The Saga of Darren Shan #9

Killers of the Dawn

Darren Shan

For the reader grappling with the shock of sudden loss, this high-stakes fantasy explores the heavy price of loyalty and

Ages 10–15

Dad Will Always Love You

HOJAT. NAGHSHEJAHAN

For children needing reassurance of a parent's unconditional love, regardless of mistakes, distance, or the passage of t

Ages 2–7

Llama Llama Misses Mama

Anna Dewdney

For the child facing first day jitters or separation anxiety. This comforting story reminds little ones that while Mama

Ages 2–5

Bear's Adventure

Benedict Blathwayt

For the child who fears losing a favorite toy, this comforting tale shows that even when things go adrift, there is alwa

Ages 3–7

Tristan and Iseult

Rosemary Sutcliff

For the young reader grappling with the weight of expectations and the complexity of conflicting loyalties. A poetic loo

Ages 12–17

The Seal Mother

Mordicai Gerstein

For children navigating the bittersweet feeling of loving someone while letting them be who they truly are. A gentle exp

Ages 5–9

Orfe

Cynthia Voigt

For the teenager grappling with a friend's self-destructive choices or the heavy weight of trying to save someone they l

For the child who fears their favorite toy has changed forever after an accident. A reassuring look at how love sees pas

Ages 3–7

Bran, Son of Llyr

Moyra Caldecott

For the reader who feels a deep responsibility to protect others, even at great personal cost, this poetic retelling exp

Ages 10–15

My Old Pal, Oscar

Amy Hest

For the child who is grieving the loss of a pet and isn't quite ready to open their heart to a new animal friend just ye

Ages 4–8

Everything Will Be OK

Anna Dewdney

For the child having a tough day where everything seems to go wrong. This soothing rhyming book reassures little ones th

For the teen facing a major ending who needs to see that true courage often means making the ultimate sacrifice for the

Ages 12–17

As the Crow Flies

Elizabeth Winthrop

For children navigating the complex emotions of long distance parenting. This gentle story validates the joy of a visit

Ages 5–9

The Snowman's Path

Helena Clare Pittman

For the child struggling to say goodbye to winter or a seasonal friend. This magical tale helps little ones navigate the

Ages 4–8

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