{"id":5365,"date":"2021-04-29T09:00:21","date_gmt":"2021-04-29T13:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.readbrightly.com\/?p=5365"},"modified":"2025-04-25T11:28:52","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T15:28:52","slug":"picture-books-about-patience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.readbrightly.com\/picture-books-about-patience\/","title":{"rendered":"Hurry Up and Read These Picture Books About Patience"},"content":{"rendered":"

Any parent or teacher can tell you that patience may be a virtue, but it\u2019s in short supply in the under-six crowd. Young kids rarely understand why they can\u2019t have what they want immediately. Everything feels urgent to them. They never want to wait in line and always need their snacks now<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Needless to say, teaching children the value of patience can be a maddening task. But before you despair, you may want to check out these lovely, funny, poignant books that help kids discover that some things are worth the wait. As a very wise bear once said<\/a>, \u201cRivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day.\u201d<\/p>\n

no no 9780451469908 Llama Llama Red Pajama<\/i> by Anna Dewdney <\/p>\n

Llama Llama, tucked snug in bed, is oh-so-tired of waiting for Mama Llama. Kids will giggle at Llama Llama\u2019s increasing drama in this fun and catchy read-aloud. <\/p>\n

9780525516316 Five Minutes<\/i> by Audrey Vernick and Liz Garton Scanlon, illustrated by Olivier Tallec <\/p>\n

From one young boy\u2019s vantage point, it feels like the day is made up of really boring \u2014 and really exciting! \u2014 five-minute increments. Some of those go by way too fast, and others feel unbearably slow (you can probably guess which is which). This funny book elucidates the relativity of time and ends on a sweet note. <\/p>\n

9780525581352 Little Mole\u2019s Wish<\/i> by Sang-Keun Kim <\/p>\n

Making friends takes time, but Little Mole is new in town, and he needs a friend now. So he builds a snowball and confides in it. When his new comrade disappears, it will take a loving grandma and a little patience to get it back. <\/p>\n

9781524771768 Stormy<\/i> by Guojing <\/p>\n

With gorgeous illustrations, this charming picture book depicts the patience and growing trust between a woman and a stray dog who meet at the park. As an added bonus, wordless picture books<\/a> are a wonderful way to model slowing down and enjoying the journey. <\/p>\n

9780525518181 Old Rock (is not boring) <\/i> by Deb Pilutti <\/p>\n

You might think that spending your entire life in one spot would be boring, but for Old Rock, nothing is further from the truth. Old Rock shares stories about its adventures throughout history in this delightful picture book. Young readers will gain a new appreciation for slowing down and enjoying each moment as it happens. <\/p>\n

9789888240944 Luke & the Little Seed <\/i> by Giuliano Ferri <\/p>\n

When Luke the mouse receives a seed for his birthday, he\u2019s disappointed. But when his grandfather helps him plant it, Luke discovers that the best things are worth waiting for. This heartfelt story is perfect for kids who love activities (like gardening) that require a lot of patience.<\/p>\n

9780593406212 Save It!<\/i> by Cinders McLeod <\/p>\n

In Cinders McLeod<\/a>\u2019s excellent Moneybunny<\/i> series, which also includes Earn It!<\/a><\/i> and Spend It!<\/a><\/i>, young Honey learns the importance of saving a buck \u2014 or in her case, a carrot. Honey is saving up her allowance to indulge in her own private space, and the reward is well-worth the wait. <\/p>\n

9780763693015 Marilyn\u2019s Monster<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/249414\/marilyns-monster-by-michelle-knudsen\/9780763693015\/?ref=PRH06C9ECE222&aid=randohouseinc22957-20&linkid=PRH06C9ECE222 by Michelle Knudsen, illustrated by Matt Phelan <\/p>\n

Everyone has a monster except Marilyn. So, she waits, and waits, and waits … until one day she can\u2019t wait anymore.<\/p>\n

9780763691172 Saturday Is Swimming Day<\/i> by Hyewon Yum <\/p>\n

We could all use a bit more patience when it comes to learning a new skill. In Saturday Is Swimming Day<\/i>, one little girl dreads her weekly swim lessons, but with encouragement, practice, and plenty of patience, she might look forward to Saturdays after all. <\/p>\n

9780142408476 \u201cSlowly, Slowly, Slowly,\u201d said the Sloth<\/i> by Eric Carle <\/p>\n

Slowly, slowly, slowly, the sloth goes about his business. The other animals ask why he\u2019s so quiet, boring, and lazy, but the sloth knows he just lives a more peaceful life. A restful and soothing story to combat the hustle and bustle of today\u2019s world. <\/p>\n

9781536207712 Waiting for Chicken Smith<\/i> by David Mackintosh <\/p>\n

Every summer, the boy of this story goes to the same cabin with his family and spends time with his friend, Chicken Smith. But Chicken Smith is late this year \u2014 in fact, he may not show up at all! Sometimes we don\u2019t always get what we\u2019re waiting for, but magic can still happen during those moments of anticipation. <\/p>\n

9780375838521 Ma! There\u2019s Nothing to Do Here!<\/i> by Barbara Park, illustrated by Viviana Garofoli <\/p>\n

This book is an insider\u2019s guide to life in the womb, which if you ask baby, is pretty boring. A fun read for expectant moms and soon-be-be big brothers and sisters eagerly awaiting a new addition to the family. <\/p>\n

Editor\u2019s note: This post was originally published in 2016 and updated in 2021.<\/small><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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