Waiting Is Not Easy!

"Waiting Is Not Easy!" is a book in the "Elephant & Piggie" series by Mo Willems. In this story, Piggie has a surprise for her best friend, Gerald (Elephant), but she insists that he must wait for it. Gerald finds it difficult to wait and becomes increasingly impatient as time passes.

Throughout the book, Gerald expresses his frustration about waiting, complaining about how long it's taking and wondering what the surprise could be. Piggie, on the other hand, encourages Gerald to be patient and assures him that the surprise will be worth the wait.

As Gerald's impatience grows, Piggie continues to reassure him, emphasizing the importance of patience and the anticipation adding to the excitement of the surprise.

Finally, when Gerald can't bear to wait any longer, the surprise is revealed: a beautiful night sky filled with stars. Piggie explains that the surprise was worth waiting for because it's something they can enjoy together.

"Waiting Is Not Easy!" teaches young readers about the value of patience, the anticipation of surprises, and the joy that comes from sharing special moments with friends. It's a humorous and heartwarming story that resonates with anyone who has experienced the challenge of waiting for something exciting.