Piggie tells Gerald she has a surprise for him, but it is not there yet so Gerald must be patient.

"A little boy experiences a variety of different emotions while he waits in line for ice cream, his favorite food"--

A rabbit has many questions involving where a friend has been and why it took so much time for the friend to appear.

Follows the learning adventures of Stanley, an imaginative six-year-old who not only learns about animals but from them as well. This collection of four springtime stories explores the worlds of groundhogs, caterpillars, butterflies, and bluebirds. Stanley learns reassuring lessons about change and growing as well as respecting and protecting the environment and its creatures. Stanley and his friends also learn about patience while eagerly anticipating...

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.

As final preparations are being made for a long-planned surprise party, Bear gets so excited he nearly ruins everything.

A caterpillar learns to be patient while trying to metamorphosize.

When Sara Ann brings home three little kittens, Katie the dog's enthusiasm frightens the kittens away until she learns that a quiet patience is sometimes needed to begin a friendship.

Teaches children about what it means to be kind by discussing the importance of caring, patience, forgiveness and acceptance, giving children and adults alike the opportunity to live more fully and richly.

Helping kids celebrate milestones and holidays throughout the year, this hilarious book channels childhood exuberance and explains why waiting can be wonderful - and why it can be worth it!