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Author
Series
Elephant and Piggie books volume 22
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children, an imprint of Disney Book Group
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Piggie tells Gerald she has a surprise for him, but it is not there yet, so Gerald must be patient.
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Advises the reader about what to do, and not do, in order to successfully spot a whale, such as wrapping up in a not-too-cozy blanket, ignoring the roses, and especially, being patient.
Author
Publisher
Disney/Hyperion Books
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A rabbit, who has been waiting impatiently for someone to come along to read his book, asks the reader many questions, but then makes the reader wait while the he answers a phone call.
Author
Series
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Fox enjoys quiet boat rides and watching the sunrise, but Chick is noisy and hyperactive and frequently disrupts their adventures--nevertheless they remain friends and enjoy their time together.
Author
Series
Penny (Kevin Henkes) volume 4
Publisher
Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Penny has a new sled, but will it ever snow?
Author
Publisher
Disney-Hyperion
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Each of us, from the day we're born, is accompanied by a special companion--the Yet. Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! Can't play the bassoon? Don't worry, Yet is there to help you out. The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when helping children cope with the inevitable difficult learning moments we all face. Whether a child or an adult, this encouraging and uplifting book...
Author
Series
Sparkella volume 2
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"A unique little girl wants everything to be perfect for her upcoming sleepover, so her dad steps in to show her the importance of planning and patience"--
11) Bear can't wait
Author
Series
Publisher
Margaret K. McElderry Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
As final preparations are being made for a long-planned surprise party, Bear gets so excited he nearly ruins everything.
12) Wait
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
As a boy and his mother move quickly through the city, the boy sees a dog, a butterfly and a hungry duck while his mother rushes them toward the departing train, but eventually, the little boy teaches his mother to slow down and enjoy the sites around them.
13) Now!
Author
Series
Otto books (Tracey Corderoy) volume 4
Publisher
Tiger Tales
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Otto doesn't like to wait. He wants to do things NOW! Even though Dad is on the phone, Otto wants him to read a book NOW! When Otto gets in line for the bouncy castle, he wants his turn NOW! One day, Mom tells Otto that the family is going on vacation -- and, of course, Otto wants to go NOW! Will Otto ever learn to be patient?
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Grandma gives you a lemon tree, definitely don't make a face! Care for the tree, and you might be surprised at how new things, and new ideas, bloom. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. In this imaginative take on that popular saying, a child is surprised (and disappointed) to receive a lemon tree from Grandma for her birthday. After all, she DID ask for a new gadget! But when she follows the narrator's careful--and funny--instructions,...
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Olivia's class is going on a field trip to the aquarium, and she cant wait to visit all of the animals...especially the sea lions! But Mrs. Hoggenmuller pairs her up with Francine, who insists that they look at the sea creatures in order from smallest to largest...which means the sea lions are last. Can Olivia be patient enough to earn an extra special surprise with her favorite animal?
Author
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
When Sophie turns six, she is eager to make an apple pie from trees planted at her birth, but first she must tend the trees, wait patiently, and learn to bake. Includes facts about the orchard on which the story is based, descriptions of tools Sophie uses, and a recipe.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Formats
Description
A caterpillar learns to be patient while trying to metamorphosize.
La divertida exploraci̤n de Ross Burach de la metamorfosis te har̀ aletear de j︢bilo, y a la vez te brindar̀ datos reales acerca de c̤mo las orugas se transforman en mariposas.
18) Let it grow
Author
Publisher
Capstone Editions, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A child learns about the life cycle of a giant pumpkin and the rewards of letting it grow. Includes "Pumpkin Fun Facts" and information on growing and racing giant pumpkins.
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