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Patience & Waiting

28 books about patience & waiting

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Chapter Books Middle Grade Graphic Novels

Cover of Aunt Nancy and the Bothersome Visitors

Aunt Nancy and the Bothersome Visitors

For children learning to set boundaries with tricky people, these funny tales show how a little wit and a cool head can

Cover of Frank and the Big Mistake

Frank and the Big Mistake

Martha Brockenbrough

For the child learning to navigate tricky social boundaries when a high-energy houseguest or younger sibling disrupts th

Ages 6–9

Cover of Bad Kitty vs Uncle Murray: The Uproar at the Front Door

Bad Kitty vs Uncle Murray: The Uproar at the Front Door

For the child who struggles with big feelings when routines change. Kitty and Puppy deal with their owners being away th

Cover of Quicksand Book

For the child who asks a million questions about the world, this lighthearted guide explains the science of quicksand wh

Cover of Li on Angel Island

Li on Angel Island

For the child grappling with feelings of unfairness or the pain of being separated from family, Li's journey offers a wi

Cover of On the Course with... Tiger Woods

Matt Christopher Sports Biographies

On the Course with... Tiger Woods

Matt Christopher, Glenn Stout

For the young sports enthusiast who needs to see that even legends start with hard work and big dreams. Explore the earl

Cover of The Usborne Soccer School

Usborne Soccer School

The Usborne Soccer School

Gill Harvey, Richard Dungworth

For the young athlete looking to sharpen their game, this visual guide breaks down complex soccer skills into manageable

Cover of The Shortest Day

The Shortest Day

For the child curious about the changing seasons and the ancient roots of our winter traditions, this lyrical poem celeb

Cover of The Invisible Dog

The Invisible Dog

Dick King-Smith

For the child who longs for a pet but is told 'not yet,' this gentle story celebrates how a big imagination can make roo

Cover of Ornithology

Felicity Brooks

For the child who wonders about the birds in their backyard, this guide transforms a simple walk outside into a fascinat

Cover of Mike's Toads

For the child who struggles to say no or often over-commits. Mike learns the weight of responsibility when his quick pro

Cover of Happy Puppy, Happy Dog: How to Train Your Best Friend

Happy Puppy, Happy Dog: How to Train Your Best Friend

Ashleigh Butler

For the young animal lover preparing to welcome a new puppy or looking to build a deeper, more respectful bond with thei

Cover of Lily's Garden

Deborah Kogan Ray

For the child curious about how a garden grows, this gentle story follows the patient rhythms of nature through a year o

Cover of Simon and the Witch

Simon and the Witch #1

Simon and the Witch

Margaret Stuart Barry

For the child who likes being the 'sensible one' or enjoys the chaos of an unpredictable friend. A fun look at managing

Cover of The Crow and Mrs. Gaddy

The Crow and Mrs. Gaddy

For the child who gets caught in endless 'who started it' loops, this silly battle of wits shows how holding onto a grud

Cover of Paper Engineering

The Usborne Book of

Paper Engineering

Clive Gifford, Fiona Watt

For the hands-on child who loves taking things apart, this guide transforms flat sheets of paper into moving machines, 3

Cover of Painting

Ladybird Learnabout

Patience Foster

For the budding artist ready to move beyond finger painting. This classic guide empowers children to master watercolors,

Cover of Granddaddy's Turn: A Journey to the Ballot Box

Granddaddy's Turn: A Journey to the Ballot Box

Michael S. Bandy, Eric Stein

For children processing the concept of fairness and systemic injustice, this story follows a grandfather's dignity while

Cover of Turkey Hunt Tradition

Wilderness Ridge #1

Turkey Hunt Tradition

For the child eager to join grown-up traditions and learn the responsibilities of being out in nature with family.

Cover of Elk Hunt Adventure

Wilderness Ridge #2

Elk Hunt Adventure

For the child who shares a love for the outdoors with a parent and wants to learn about the focus, patience, and respons

Cover of A Rose Named Peace How Francis Meilland Created a Flower of Hope for a World at War

A Rose Named Peace How Francis Meilland Created a Flower of Hope for a World at War

Barbara Carroll Roberts

For the child who needs to see how beauty and hope can survive during dark times, this story shows how a single flower b

Cover of Leonardo's Horse

Leonardo's Horse

For the child who needs to see that big dreams are worth the wait. Discover how a Renaissance masterpiece was finally co

Cover of David Digs with the Dinosaur Hunter

David Digs with the Dinosaur Hunter

For the child who asks a million questions about fossils and dreams of finding a T-Rex in their own backyard.

Cover of Snowboard Balancing Act

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Snowboard Balancing Act

Jake Maddox, Monica Roe

For the child feeling pulled between a passion they love and the responsibilities they owe to their family and community

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