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Saying goodbye is hard, even for dinosaurs. When they have to part from a loved one, they might cry, or hide in their bedrooms, or even write "DON'T GO!" on the wall. But with a little courage, they can face their fears. They can tell grown-ups how they're feeling and know that time apart can still be filled with love. This humorous and heartfelt picture book from bestselling duo Jane Yolen and Mark Teague will teach young readers how to say goodbye...

A young boy presents the different ways his family members and others say goodbye, then describes the worst goodbye he ever experienced.

Gator says good-bye to friends around the world.

At the end of the school year, the children of Room 3 and Mrs. McBee find their own ways of helping each other get ready to leave and say good-bye.

Franny takes her time saying goodbye to the only school she has ever attended, remembering everything that has made it special.

Amid the usual excitement and turmoil at summer's end, Dr. Steve announces that Camp Lakeview will soon close permanently, and while each camper reacts differently to the news, ultimately all come together and make the most of their remaining time.

"Two best friends understand that saying goodbye to one experience means saying hello to the next, but that does not make it easier when one friend has to move away."--

A little boy thinks of a special gift to give his dad who being deployed to serve his country.