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Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit

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Letting Go

24 books about letting go

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Board Books Picture Books

Cover of Bedtime Stories for Kids Vol 2

Bedtime Stories for Kids (Thompson) #2

Bedtime Stories for Kids Vol 2

Giuly Gabriell Thompson

For the child who struggles to quiet their mind at the end of the day. These guided meditations help little ones release

Cover of Pacifier Time

Baby Berenstain Bears #3

Mike Berenstain

For the toddler ready to take a big step toward being a 'big kid' by saying goodbye to their pacifier with a little help

Ages 0–3

Cover of A Ball for Daisy

A Ball for Daisy

For the toddler experiencing their first big heartbreak. This wordless story helps little ones process the intense sadne

Cover of The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear

The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear

Don Wood, Audrey Wood

For the child grappling with the urge to keep a prized treasure all to themselves. This playful story turns sharing into

Cover of Little Siblings, Big Feelings

Little Siblings, Big Feelings

For the child adjusting to a new baby at home, this gentle story validates the mix of love, jealousy, and confusion that

Cover of Demolition

For the machine-loving toddler who finds excitement in loud noises and big changes, this rhythmic story turns a demoliti

Cover of Bye Bye Butterfly

Bye Bye Butterfly

For the young child struggling with transitions, this rhythmic story uses the lifecycle of a butterfly to show that sayi

Cover of Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me

Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me

For the child who asks for the impossible and the parent who would move mountains to make it happen. A wonder-filled loo

Cover of Cat's First Baby

Cat's First Baby

For the child (and pet) preparing for a new arrival, this humorous board book shows how a family's 'first baby' learns t

Cover of Sprite Helps Say Goodbye

Sprite Helps Say Goodbye

Callie Christensen, Kelly Oriard

Help your little one navigate the difficult emotions of saying goodbye and processing loss with Sprite, a supportive gui

Cover of Messy Time

Toddler Tools #11

Elizabeth Verdick

For the parent of a toddler who loves exploring with their hands but needs a little help transitioning from creative cha

Cover of Lola's Moving Day

Lola's Moving Day

For the preschooler preparing for a big move, this gentle story follows Lola as she packs up, says goodbye, and settles

Cover of Gotta Go, Buffalo

Gotta Go, Buffalo

Haily Meyers, Kevin Meyers

For the toddler who needs a playful way to navigate transitions and departures. This rhythmic board book turns saying go

Cover of M is for Moving

M is for Moving

For the child facing the uncertainty of a new home. This comforting guide helps little ones process the big feelings and

Cover of Today is Done, Good Night Sun

Today is Done, Good Night Sun

Deborah Susan Farber Lpc

For toddlers and preschoolers who struggle to unwind, this soothing book uses gentle rhythms and counselor-approved tech

Cover of Llama Llama Graduation Day!

Llama Llama Graduation Day!

For the preschooler facing the bittersweet end of their first school experience and the nervous excitement of moving on

Cover of Goodbye: A First Conversation About Grief

First Conversations #6

Goodbye: A First Conversation About Grief

Megan Madison, Jessica Ralli

For the child encountering loss for the first time, this gentle guide uses direct language to explain death and helps li

Cover of Little Seasons Adventure

Little Seasons Adventure

For the curious child who wonders why leaves fall or when the snow will arrive. This book helps little ones embrace the

Cover of Little Mouse's Sweet Treat

Little Mouse's Sweet Treat

Shana Hollowell

For the child learning that treats are much sweeter when shared. A gentle lesson on moving past 'it's all mine' to find

Cover of The Last Noo-Noo

Marlon the Monster #1

The Last Noo-Noo

For the child who isn't quite ready to say goodbye to their pacifier despite pressure from grown-ups and teasing from fr

Cover of What Could Autumn Be?

What Could I Be?

What Could Autumn Be?

Little Hedgehog Books

For the curious toddler noticing the world turn gold and crisp. This gentle book explains the sights and sounds of the c

Cover of The Fall Leaf Dance

The Fall Leaf Dance

For the curious toddler noticing the world turn gold and red, this gentle book captures the magic of falling leaves and

Cover of Rainy Day A Little Moral Story About Worry

Rainy Day A Little Moral Story About Worry

For the child who feels overwhelmed by a 'cloud' of worry. This gentle board book offers a simple metaphor to help presc

Cover of Lilly's Chocolate Heart

Kevin Henkes' Mice #3

Lilly's Chocolate Heart

For the little one who struggles to let go of a special treat or treasure, Lilly's search for the perfect hiding spot ca