I Don't Want to Wait!: A book about patience - Author Sue Graves

A warm and relatable story that helps children learn the value of patience.

Maisy hates waiting. Whether at school or home, delays make her feel upset and frustrated especially when she has to wait for her sister Lola. But when Lola gently teaches her a few calming strategies, Maisy begins to understand that waiting doesn’t have to be so hard. The next day at the park, Maisy faces the ultimate test of patience… will she rise to the challenge?

This charming book is a helpful way to support young children as they develop patience, emotional regulation, and social awareness. 

Why we — and schools — love it:

• Supports emotional self-regulation and turn-taking in early years.
• Promotes conversations about feelings in a natural, age-appropriate way.
• Backed by practical suggestions for educators and families.

More books in the Our Emotions and Behaviour series:

• I Didn’t Do It! – A Book About Telling the Truth
• Take a Deep Breath – A Book About Being Brave
• I Hate Everything! – A Book About Feeling Angry

Each story includes a wordless storyboard, questions for reflection, and practical tips for parents and teachers.