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Patience & Waiting

514 books about patience & waiting

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

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Goodnight Sports

Sports Illustrated Kids Bedtime Books

For the little athlete who finds it hard to bench their energy at night, these sports-themed rhymes turn bedtime routine

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The Railway Series #21

Main Line Engines

For the child who thrives on routine and wants to see how a big team works together, these classic tales show that every

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¡Vamos! #3

¡Vamos! Let's Cross the Bridge

Raúl the Third

For children learning to find joy in long waits, this story turns a boring traffic jam into a vibrant celebration of com

Ages 4–8

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Sometimes My Brother

For the child navigating life with an autistic sibling, this gentle story celebrates their unique bond and fosters under

Cover of Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me

Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me

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

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Baby Bird's First Nest

For the child feeling vulnerable after a mistake or a fall, this gentle story offers reassurance that help and friendshi

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The Berenstain Bears

The Bears' Picnic

Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain

For the family trying to make the best of a day when nothing goes as planned. This classic rhyming tale turns a series o

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Time for Bed, Pete the Kitty

James Dean, Kimberly Dean

For the toddler who resists their nightly ritual: follow Pete the Kitty through a soothing, step by step routine to help

Cover of Potty Time

For the toddler taking their first steps toward big-kid independence by learning to use the toilet. This gentle story he

Cover of Egg Marks the Spot (Skunk and Badger series, #2)

Skunk and Badger #2

Egg Marks the Spot (Skunk and Badger series, #2)

For the child learning to navigate a friendship with someone who has a completely different personality, this quirky adv

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It's Ramadan, Curious George

For parents wanting to introduce the traditions of Ramadan to their little ones through a familiar, friendly face as Geo

Cover of All about Ben

Aileen O'Donnell, Dorothy Markham

For the child who wants to understand why their brother or sister acts, plays, or communicates differently due to autism

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What Time Is It, Mr. Crocodile?

For the child learning about daily routines or the value of a change of plans. This rhyming romp shows that friendship i

Cover of What to Do When There's a New Baby in the Family

What to Do When There's a New Baby in the Family

For the child preparing to become a big brother or sister and navigating the complex feelings that come with a shrinking

Cover of A Quiet Place

For the child who feels overwhelmed by a busy, noisy world and needs permission to find a calm, quiet place for their ow

Cover of Plant a Kiss

Amy Krouse Rosenthal

For the child learning how a single gesture of kindness can ripple outward. This lyrical story shows how love grows when

Cover of The Legend of Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching

The Legend of Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching

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

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Toddler Tools #4

Elizabeth Verdick

For the toddler who finds it hard to stop playing, this gentle board book makes tidying up a fun part of the daily routi

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Baby-Sitters Little Sister #21

Karen's New Teacher

For the child who feels anxious when their favorite teacher is absent. Help your little one navigate the uncertainty of

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I Choose to Calm My Anger

Elizabeth Estrada

For the child who struggles with big feelings and outbursts. This helpful story offers practical tools to transform frus

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Franklin's Blanket

Paulette Bourgeois

For the child who can't settle down without their favorite toy. Franklin's search for his lost blanket helps little ones

Cover of Our Spot

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

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Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones

I Am a Jedi Apprentice

For the young Star Wars fan eager to start reading on their own. This first-person story explores the responsibilities a

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Bibo Bunny Keeps His Cool

Charlene C. Mercado

For the child who struggles when things don't go as planned at school. Learn simple, rhyming techniques to manage big em

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