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Letting Go Books for Kids | Wonderlit

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Letting Go

574 books about letting go

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Candy Apple #24

Wish You Were Here, Liza

Robin Wasserman

For the child feeling anxious about a summer away from friends or facing a family trip they didn't choose.

For the child feeling nervous about moving house, join a clever guinea pig who navigates the surprises and funny mishaps

Ages 5–9

Our Spot

Lindsay Ward

For the child learning to navigate life's inevitable changes, this story shows how special places and friendships evolve

Ages 3–7

Sometimes Love

Katrina Moore

For the child facing a big move or saying goodbye to a parent, this story provides comfort during the many transitions o

Ages 3–7

That's My Sweater!

Jessika von Innerebner

For the child who isn't quite ready to let go of their favorite things, even if they no longer fit.

Ages 3–7

Franklin #14

Franklin's Christmas Gift

Paulette Bourgeois

For the child struggling to part with their belongings, this story gently explores the complicated feelings of letting g

Ages 3–8

Baby-Sitters Little Sister #16

Karen's Goldfish

Ann M. Martin

For the child processing the loss of a pet for the first time. Karen learns to say goodbye to her goldfish through a mea

Ages 7–9

Becoming Butterflies

Anne Rockwell

For the child filled with questions about the natural world, this gentle story nurtures a sense of wonder while teaching

Ages 4–8

Rain School

James Rumford

For the child learning about the value of education and hard work, even when things don't last. A moving look at how com

Ages 4–9

Dear God, Will I See Them Again?

Ev Parker

A comforting resource for children processing the loss of a pet or loved one through a lens of faith and hope.

Ages 3–8

The Favorite Hat

Ariel Bernstein

For the child who finds it hard to let go of a prized possession or navigate the tricky feelings that come with sharing

Ages 3–7

Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away

Meg Medina

For the child facing the bittersweet reality of a best friend moving away, this story offers comfort and a way to proces

Ages 5–8

We Are Inevitable

Gayle Forman

For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of family responsibility and grief while trying to find their own path thro

Ages 14–18

Bedtime Stories for Kids

Kaizen Mindfulness Meditations

For the child who struggles to quiet their mind at the end of the day, these guided meditations use calming imagery to h

Ages 4–12

The Quilt Story

Tony Johnston

For the child feeling unsettled by a move or a big change, this gentle story follows a comforting quilt that links two d

Ages 4–8

Flat Cat

Tara Lazar

For the child struggling with a change in their appearance or identity, this playful story shows how to stay cool while

Ages 3–7

Miss Emily and the Bird of Make-Believe

Charles Keeping

For the child learning about the ethics of how we treat animals, this atmospheric tale explores the difference between o

Ages 5–8

What Cloud Is My Family In?

What Cloud Is My Brother In?

Kim Vesey

For the child grappling with the loss of a brother, this gentle book offers comforting imagery to help process the compl

Ages 4–8

Homegrown House

Janet S. Wong

For the child who feels unsettled by frequent moves and longs for a place where they can truly take root and grow.

Ages 4–8

The Legend of Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching

Demi

For the child who asks big questions about the world and seeks a sense of peace. This gentle biography introduces the ca

Ages 6–10

Bedtime Stories for Kids

Meditation and Mindfulness Psychology

For the child whose busy mind keeps them awake at night. These guided meditations use visualization and deep breathing t

Ages 4–12

All About Grief

Lora-Ellen McKinney

For children navigating the heavy weight of loss, this gentle guide helps explain big feelings and provides practical wa

Ages 5–9

Moving

Eugenia Mello

For the child grappling with the upheaval of a relocation, this vibrantly illustrated book honors the complicated feelin

Ages 3–7

I Have a Question about Divorce

Arlen Grad Gaines, Meredith Englander Polsky

A straightforward guide for neurodivergent children navigating the changes of divorce through clear social stories and h

Ages 5–11

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