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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+

Baby-Sitters Little Sister #101

Karen's Chain Letter

Ann M. Martin

For the child who gets caught up in superstitions or the pressure of what-ifs. Help your little one navigate the stress

For the child learning to navigate transitions and the bittersweet feeling of saying goodbye to a cherished companion or

Ages 7–10

My First Discoveries

Dinosaurs

Penguin Books

For the reader grappling with the consequences of human ambition and the unpredictability of the natural world.

Ages 12–18

Baby-Sitters Little Sister #20

Karen's Carnival

Ann M. Martin

For the child who gets their heart set on a specific goal and needs help navigating the frustration of things not going

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

Ages 2–5

The Berenstain Bears

The Berenstain Bears: God Bless Our Home

Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain

For families feeling cramped or facing a move, this story helps children find contentment and gratitude for their home w

Ages 3–7

Seashore Story

Taro Yashima

For the child who wonders about the passing of time or the mystery of the sea. This poetic tale bridges the gap between

Ages 5–9

The Whingdingdilly

Bill Peet

For the child who feels ordinary or compares themselves to others, this whimsical tale shows why being exactly who you a

Ages 4–9

Harriet's Expanding Heart

Rachel Brace

For the child navigating the complex feelings of a changing family dynamic as parents find new partners and households m

Ages 4–10

First Night at Dad's

Elizabeth Rudnick

For the child preparing to spend their first night at a new home after a separation, offering reassurance that while hou

Ages 3–7

Lifetimes

David L. Rice

For the child curious about why things in nature don't live forever, this gentle guide explains the natural timing of li

Ages 4–9

Life on the Mississippi

Mark Twain

For the teen who dreams of adventure and wonder, this classic captures the excitement of mastering a difficult skill whi

Ages 12–18

Old Woman Who Loved to Read, The

John Winch

For the child who needs to see that life's interruptions can be as rewarding as our plans. A gentle look at finding joy

Ages 4–8

Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me

Eric Carle

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

Ages 2–6

Little Bear and the Two Caves

Shannon Rios Paulsen

For the child adjusting to life in two separate homes after a divorce. A gentle bear's journey validates the love that s

Ages 3–7

Hickory Chair, The

Lisa Rowe Fraustino

For the child navigating the loss of a grandparent. This gentle story explores how sensory memories and love endure even

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

Ages 0–3

I have Two Families

Kendra Smith

For the child adjusting to living in two different homes after a divorce or separation.

Ages 3–7

Bye Bye Butterfly

J. I. Willett

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

Ages 2–6

Harold Loves His Woolly Hat

Vern Kousky

For the child struggling to part with a prized possession, Harold's journey helps little ones discover that letting go c

Ages 3–7

Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky

Elphinstone Dayrell

For the child who asks why things are the way they are, this legendary tale uses wonder to explain the natural world and

Ages 4–8

Shelldon Says Goodbye

Carleen Tansey

For the child facing the big transition of moving to a new house. Help your little one process the sadness of leaving an

Ages 3–7

The Structure of Scientific Revolutions

Thomas Kuhn

For the curious student who wonders why what we learn in science class sometimes changes. Explore how big ideas are born

For the child who is navigating the difficult emotions of losing a loved one and needs a gentle way to keep their spirit

Ages 4–8

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