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Patience & Waiting
11 books about patience & waiting
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Pinkalicious
Pinkalicious and the Pinkettes
Victoria Kann
For the child who loves the spotlight but needs help learning that being in a band means playing together, not just play
Ages 4–8
Usborne First Reading
The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs
Mairi Mackinnon, Aesop
For the child who struggles with 'more is better' or wants everything right now: this classic fable teaches the value of
Ages 4–7
Lionel #6
Lionel's Birthday
Stephen Krensky
For the child counting down the minutes to their big day while navigating the tricky feelings of gift expectations and s
Ages 6–9
Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream!
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the child who struggles with big feelings when plans change or a treat is lost. Pete helps little ones find their co
Ages 4–8
Keeker and the Sneaky Pony #1
Keeker and the Sneaky Pony
Hadley Higginson
For the child who is navigating a tricky new friendship or trying to manage a headstrong pet. This story highlights how
Ages 5–8
Sails Literacy: Purple #3
Slow Joe
Tom Bradley
For the early learner who is just starting to piece together sounds and words. This gentle story follows Joe's slow pace
Ages 4–6
The Adventures of Otto #3
See Santa Nap
David Milgrim
For the child who is too excited to settle down after a big event, this silly story explores the frustration of trying t
Ages 4–6
Oliver and Amanda Pig #16
Amanda Pig and the Wiggly Tooth
Jean Van Leeuwen
For the child feeling both nervous and proud about their first wiggly tooth. A gentle look at the anxiety and excitement
Ages 4–7
Oliver and Amanda Pig #13
Oliver Pig and the Best Fort Ever
Jean Van Leeuwen
For the child who loves to build and create but finds it tricky when friends want to do things their own way.
Ages 5–8
Russell Michaels #4
Russell and Elisa
Johanna Hurwitz
For the child navigating the highs and lows of life with a younger sibling, this story honors the small but significant
Ages 6–9
Russell Michaels #3
Russell Sprouts
Johanna Hurwitz
For the child eager to prove they are finally a 'big kid,' this gentle story captures the pride and small hurdles of nav
Ages 6–9
