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Letting Go
574 books about letting go
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Cape
Kevin Johnson
For the child who uses play and imagination to shield themselves while processing the deep sadness of losing a loved one
Ages 4–8
Olivia Kidney #2
Olivia Kidney and the Exit Academy
Ellen Potter
For the child navigating the lonely transition of moving to a new home while processing feelings of being an outsider.
Ages 8–12
Dashing Dog!
Margaret Mahy
For the child who loves looking their best but can't resist a muddy puddle. This rhythmic tale celebrates the joy of let
Ages 3–7
Royal Harry
William Mayne
For the child adjusting to a sudden family move or the weight of new responsibilities. Harry must navigate her new role
Ages 9–12
The Painter and the Wild Swans
Claude Clément
For the child who feels a deep, quiet connection to the world or is learning that beauty can be found in the most unexpe
Ages 5–10
Ocean City #2
Boardwalk
Katherine Applegate
For the teen weighing the excitement of new beginnings against the fear of leaving a first love behind during a pivotal
Ages 12–18
Double ACT
Jacqueline Wilson
For the child navigating a changing family dynamic or struggling to find their own identity within a close-knit sibling
Ages 8–12
Sid
Time to Go, Sid!
Isabel Greenberg
For the parent whose toddler turns leaving the park into an epic quest, this humorous story celebrates a child's vibrant
Ages 3–6
Here's How I See It--Here's How It Is
Heather Henson
For the child navigating the confusing middle ground between childhood and adolescence while processing their parents' r
Ages 8–12
Blue Like Friday
Siobhán Parkinson
For the child who experiences the world through a unique lens and is navigating the complex feelings of a parent startin
Ages 9–12
The Ashwater Experiment
Amy Goldman Koss
For the child who feels like a permanent outsider or struggles with the fear of getting attached to friends when life is
Ages 9–12
Earthsea Cycle #3
The Farthest Shore
Ursula K. Le Guin
For the teen or young adult grappling with the reality of mortality and the importance of finding meaning in a world tha
Ages 12–18
Praying to A.L.
Judith Caseley
For the child grappling with the sudden loss of a parent, this moving story follows thirteen-year-old Sierra as she find
Ages 10–14
The Wind Blew
Pat Hutchins
For the child who gets frustrated when things don't go as planned, this whimsical rhyme turns a chaotic, windy day into
Ages 3–7
The House on the Hill
Mildred Masters
For the child feeling disconnected during family changes, this quiet story explores how imagination can provide a sanctu
Ages 8–12
Pete and Roland
Bob Graham
For the child who has found a lost pet or must learn to say goodbye to a wild friend. A gentle look at the bittersweet b
Ages 3–7
One Day a Mayfly
Shirley Marr
For the child grappling with the concept of time or the beauty of short-lived moments, this lyrical story celebrates liv
Ages 4–8
The Story of Mrs. Lovewright and Purrless Her Cat
Paul Zelinsky
For the child or adult who needs to learn that pets (and people) have their own personalities and cannot be forced into
Ages 4–8
It Only Happens in the Movies
Holly Bourne
For the teenager navigating the gap between cinematic romance and messy reality, this story offers a sharp, feminist loo
Ages 14–18
What Are You Waiting For?
Scott Menchin
For the child who struggles with the jitters of waiting, this story uses humorous animals to show that the best parts of
Ages 4–8
A Flower in the Snow
Tracey Corderoy
For the child who struggles with the changing of the seasons or the sadness of saying goodbye to something beautiful. Lu
Ages 3–7
First Grade Dropout #2
Second Grade Holdout
Audrey Vernick
For the child who loved their first-grade teacher and feels anxious about the unknown challenges of a new school year.
Ages 4–8
Usborne Starting Point Science #2
Where Did Dinosaurs Go?
Mike Unwin
For the curious child asking why the T-Rex disappeared, this clear and engaging guide explains the end of the dinosaur a
Ages 4–8
Collecting Cats
Lorna Scobie
For the child who thinks 'just one more' is never enough, this silly story explores the wild chaos that comes with over-
Ages 3–6
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