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

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.

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.

Introduces patience through examples of everyday situations where this character trait can be used.

A young boy plants a seed that, with water, sunlight, care, and patience, grows into a strong, tall tree.

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?

Simple text and photographs show various ways children can be patient.

It's raining, but one little boy can't wait to go outside for an adventure with his granddad.

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