When You Have to Wait
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

When You Have to Wait

Written by Melanie Conklin · Illustrated by Leah Hong

Discover the hidden beauty in life's waiting moments.

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40 pages· ~520L
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Bookroo's summary

In a world where waiting feels endless, a child learns patience while standing in line, longing for mom's return, and dreaming of riding a big kid bike. As time stretches, unexpected joys emerge—a new friend, the warmth of a homecoming hug, and the beauty of a slower world. What wonders will unfold in the moments between now and later?

From the publisher

A mindful, gentle picture book about patience and learning to find beauty in the act of waiting. Sometimes, you have to wait. For the line at the public pool on a hot summer day.For mom to come home after being away. For your legs to grow just a bit longer to ride a new big kid bike. The seconds drag on… each one feels like forever. Why can’t you have it now? But while you wait, you might notice things: a possible new friend who is also in line, why homecoming hugs are extra special, and how beautiful the world is when you’re not racing by. Sometimes, when you have to wait, you find the good in the moments between now and later.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
January 9, 2024
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781250816542
LCCN
2023022501

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