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Books for Saying Goodbye

214 books

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Lily and the Little Star

Nayan Fulmali

For the child who wonders about the magic of the night sky and the joy of helping someone in need. Lily finds a fallen s

Ages 3–7

Sad About Sammy

Valette J Sopp

For the child navigating the first heartbreak of losing a pet. This gentle story validates the sadness of grief while sh

Ages 4–8

Ellie's Parents Got Divorced

Elinor Eldar

For the child adjusting to life in two houses after their parents separate. This gentle story reassures little ones that

Ages 3–8

Wheel on the Chimney

Margaret Wise Brown

For the child curious about the changing seasons and the vast world, this rhythmic tale provides comfort in the natural

For the teenager grappling with big life decisions and the pressure of rushing into adulthood before they are ready.

For the child learning how to recognize when a friend or pet is feeling lonely and how to offer comfort through companio

For the child who loves animals and is learning how to support a friend or pet through a difficult physical change or he

Ages 7–10

Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #8

The Deadly Hunter

Jude Watson

For the child learning to trust again after being let down. Obi-Wan Kenobi navigates complicated feelings of past betray

Ages 8–12

Lovey the Comfort Monkey

Amy Randell

For the child who needs a little extra security to face big feelings, this story introduces a comforting companion to he

Ages 3–7

The Shy Raindrop Who Was Afraid to Fall

Nataly Dreamer

For the child who feels hesitant about new experiences or leaving their comfort zone. This gentle story helps little one

Ages 3–7

My Family Is Changing

Emily Menendez-Aponte

For the child navigating the big emotions of a parents' separation or divorce: a supportive guide to processing change,

Ages 4–8

Gentle Stories About Emotions

Alisa Petrushyna

For children navigating big feelings like anger, fear, and sadness, these gentle therapeutic tales offer a safe space to

Ages 3–8

Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge

Mem Fox

For the child curious about why a grandparent or older neighbor forgets things. A gentle look at how we can help loved o

Ages 4–8

Seven Kisses in a Row

Patricia MacLachlan

For children navigating the disruption of a parent's business trip, this gentle story shows how routines can keep famili

Ages 6–9

The Heroes of Olympus #5

The Blood of Olympus

Rick Riordan

For the reader facing a major transition or the end of a long journey, this epic finale explores the weight of expectati

Ages 10–14

Matt Christopher Sports

The Submarine Pitch

Matt Christopher

For the young athlete navigating the pressure of competition and the sting of discovering a best friend's hidden motives

Ages 8–12

The Oldest Elf

James Stevenson

For the child who feels overlooked or out of place in a busy world, this story celebrates the value of experience and th

Ages 4–8

Alice #16

Intensely Alice

Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

For the teenager navigating the transition to adulthood, this story explores complex relationship milestones and the emo

For the child grappling with the idea of giving up something important to follow their heart or find where they truly be

Ages 5–8

First Grade Friends #15

See You in Second Grade!

Miriam Cohen

For the child feeling nervous about moving up to a new grade. This gentle story helps kids say goodbye to a beloved teac

For the child or parent feeling adrift in a changing world, this story explores finding a new sense of purpose when life

Ages 9–14

Howliday Inn the Graphic Novel

James Howe, Andrew Donkin

For the child who feels anxious about being left at a kennel or away from home, this mystery shows that even strange new

Ages 8–12

Windfall

Linda Newbery

For the teen processing how global crises change their local world. Follow a village through the early days of WWI as ol

Ages 12–16

Little Mouse #2

Where Are You Going, Little Mouse?

Robert Kraus

For the little one who is feeling misunderstood or unappreciated at home and needs a gentle reminder of the safety and l

Ages 2–5

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