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Have a Little Patience

By Sarah Read

Waiting feels endless—until patience reveals a surprising, not-so-boring reward.

gentle · playful · relatable · encouraging

Genres

Feelings/Wellbeing Realistic Fiction

What is Have a Little Patience about?

Waiting for a turn can feel like it lasts forever, especially when excitement, frustration or impatience begins to take over. In this gentle story, young children discover that it is normal to feel upset when they have to wait. With playful situations and relatable emotions, the book encourages children to pause, make thoughtful choices and practise self-regulation. It also shows that waiting does not have to be boring: sometimes, patience can lead to fun, surprises and rewards worth waiting for.

Pages

31 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2021

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