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574 books about letting go
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Ellie's Dragon
Bob Graham
For the child outgrowing their imaginary friends, this gentle story honors the magic of early childhood while embracing
Ages 3–7
Flora's Wish
Fiona Halliday
For the child struggling with big changes or the loss of something special. This gentle story helps little ones understa
Ages 4–8
The Summer I Turned Pretty #3
We'll Always Have Summer
Jenny Han
For the teenager navigating the messy reality of long-term relationships and the painful choice between a comfortable lo
Ages 12–18
Julie of the Wolves
Nutik, the Wolf Pup
Jean Craighead George
For the child who needs help understanding that loving someone sometimes means letting them go, even when it hurts.
Ages 4–8
Tía Fortuna's New Home
Ruth Behar
For the child grappling with the bittersweet nature of change and saying goodbye to a beloved home, this story explores
Ages 4–8
Puff, the Magic Dragon
Peter Yarrow
For the child noticing that they are outgrowing their favorite toys or the parent navigating the bittersweet transition
Ages 3–7
Too Many Toys
David Shannon
For the child whose playroom is overflowing and the parent who is tired of tripping over blocks, this story explores the
Ages 3–8
Me and Mr. Mah
Andrea Spalding
For the child struggling to settle into a new home after a move or family separation. This story shows how gardening and
Ages 5–9
Red Glass
Laura Resau
For children navigating complex family bonds and the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to someone they love as they
Ages 12–16
The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special #12
Stacey's Ex-Best Friend
Ann M. Martin
For the child who feels like they are growing apart from an old friend or struggling with the painful realization that p
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club #119
Stacey's Ex-Boyfriend
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the bittersweet reality of first heartbreaks and the tricky social waters of seeing an old flam
Ages 8–12
Pet Bereavement Series #4
My Cat Has Died: What Do I Do?
Wendy Van de Poll
A supportive guide to help children navigate the complex emotions of losing a beloved cat, providing comfort and clarity
Ages 4–10
The Baby-Sitters Club #46
Mary Anne Misses Logan
Ann M. Martin
For the middle grader processing the heavy feelings of a first breakup. Mary Anne navigates the bittersweet transition f
Ages 8–12
The Berenstain Bears
The Berenstain Bears Lose a Friend
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child experiencing their first loss, this gentle story follows Sister Bear as she navigates the sadness of her p
Ages 3–7
The Baby-Sitters Club #95
Kristy + Bart
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the complicated feelings of a first romance and the realization that sometimes people grow apar
Ages 8–12
The Berenstain Bears
The Berenstain Bears Think of Those in Need
Jan Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child who has trouble letting go of old toys or doesn't realize how much they have, this story explores the joy
Ages 3–7
Fritz's Fish
Geraldine Elschner
For the child longing for a pet but limited by family circumstances, this story gently explores the responsibility of ca
Ages 4–8
A Friend Would Say Goodbye
Michol M. Whitney
For the child learning to navigate the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to a friend or family member while cherishi
Ages 4–8
The Cookie-Flower Rock Kids #1
Moving Day
Dionna L. Hayden
For the child feeling nervous about a big move. This gentle story helps little ones process the whirlwind of packing box
Ages 4–8
Joanne Harris Folk Tales #1
A Pocketful of Crows
Joanne M. Harris
For the teen or young adult grappling with the pain of a first betrayal and the difficult path of reclaiming their own w
Ages 13–18
Miri's Moving Day
Adam R. Chang, Stephanie Wildman
For the child feeling nervous about moving to a new house. Miri finds comfort in her Hakka heritage as her family honors
Ages 4–8
Vicky Angel
Jacqueline Wilson
For the child grappling with the sudden loss of a peer and the complicated, sometimes intrusive nature of grief and memo
Ages 9–13
Off to Kindergarten
Tony Johnston
For the child who wants to bring their whole world to the classroom, this silly rhyming story eases the nerves of starti
Ages 3–6
Sirena
Donna Jo Napoli
For the teen navigating the bittersweet reality of loving someone you cannot keep, or the young adult feeling isolated b
Ages 13–18
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