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Patience & Waiting Books for Kids | Wonderlit

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Patience & Waiting

1,103 books about patience & waiting

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For the little one feeling left out by a friend or sibling, this funny alphabet adventure turns a lonely afternoon into

For the child who feels frustrated when they can't quite master a new skill, or the little one nervous about getting the

Ages 3–6

Read and Wonder

My Goose Betsy

Trudi Braun

For the child curious about how baby animals are born and cared for, this gentle story follows a mother goose from nesti

Ages 3–7

Teddy Bear #2

Christmas with Teddy Bear

Jacqueline McQuade

For the preschooler beginning to notice holiday preparations around the house, this cozy story follows a gentle teddy be

Ages 2–5

Waiting for the Evening Star

Rosemary Wells

For the child who loves the comfort of home but has an older sibling or friend eager to go away and see the world.

Ages 5–9

Oliver and Amanda Pig #6

Oliver and Amanda's Christmas

Jean Van Leeuwen

For the child eagerly counting down the days to December 25th, these five stories capture the cozy magic and humorous mi

Ages 4–8

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

I Remember Papa

Helen Ketteman

For the child learning that the most valuable things in life aren't found on a store shelf, but in the choices we make f

Ages 5–9

Dear Juno

Soyung Pak

For the child living far from grandparents or loved ones who speak a different language. This gentle story explores how

Ages 4–8

The Story of Holly and Ivy

Rumer Godden

For the child who yearns for a place to belong and a family to call their own, this tender classic explores the power of

Ages 5–10

But No Candy

Gloria Houston

For the child noticing that the world feels different or less certain lately, this gentle story uses everyday changes to

Ages 5–9

Wake up, Bear...It's Christmas

Stephen Gammell

For the child who experiences a sense of wonder during the holidays, this story explores the magic of staying awake for

Ages 3–7

A First Book of...

Growing Green: A First Book of Gardening

Daniela Sosa

For the curious child who wants to grow their own food but doesn't know where to start. This guide turns windowsills and

For the child navigating the highs and lows of life with a younger sibling, this story honors the small but significant

For the child eagerly awaiting December, this story captures the cozy, busy, and sometimes messy reality of a family pre

Ages 3–7

Frances #3

Bread and Jam for Frances

Russell Hoban

For the child who refuses to eat anything but their favorite food. This gentle story helps picky eaters discover the joy

Ages 3–7

Angelina Ballerina #7

Angelina's Birthday

Katharine Holabird

For the child learning that some things take hard work and patience to achieve. Angelina shows how determination and hel

Ages 3–7

The Poem Forest: Poet W. S. Merwin and the Palm Tree Forest He Grew from Scratch

Carrie Fountain

For the child who dreams of making the world a greener place, this lyrical biography shows how one person's dedication c

Ages 6–10

Please Let it Snow

Harriet Ziefert

For the child eagerly checking the window for the first flakes of winter, this rhythmic story mirrors the excitement and

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

Karate Club #4

Out of Control

Carin Greenberg Baker

For the child feeling overwhelmed by new responsibilities and higher expectations. Michael struggles to balance his kara

Ages 8–12

My Naughty Little Sister #3

My Naughty Little Sister and Bad Harry

Dorothy Edwards

For the child who is testing boundaries and the parent who wants to navigate mischief with a sense of humor and patience

Ages 4–7

Cathy Leonard #1

Cathy Leonard Calling

Catherine Woolley

For the child who is eager to take on adult responsibilities but struggles to keep up with school and family life.

Ages 8–12

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