Orem Library

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.

Bear, with the help of his animal friends, remembers the story he had hoped to tell before the onset of winter.

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

"Through various examples, children learn about patience and how to apply it to everyday life. At school, at home, and even during social activities, various situations are presented which teach readers about the importance of patience" --from the publisher.

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,...

"Two seeds cant wait to be pears, but growing takes time and patience"--

A secular re-telling of the story of Noah's Ark. The animals are trapped on a hill and rescued by Noah. Most of the story describes how the animals pass the time on the ark, until they find land and a rainbow appears. Noah sails away and the animals say thank-you.

Her grandfather finds a clever way to help an impatient young Ethiopian girl get to know her father's new wife.

Martin goes off to find someplace "very far away" and runs into a horse, a bird, and a cat who are all looking for their ideal spot.

Anzu the kaiju loves to tend to his bonsai. Whenever he feels overwhelmed or unsettled, it helps him pause and reminds him to just...breathe.