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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
233 books about hope & optimism
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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Picture Books
Early Readers
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Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes
Eric Litwin
Pete takes his brand-new shoes on a groovy trip through the library, lunchroom, and playground while singing his way thr
Ages 3–7
Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
Pete the Cat has a serious case of the grumps until a pair of magic sunglasses helps him realize that a good mood was wa
Ages 4–8
Jubal's Wish
Audrey Wood
Jubal Bullfrog just wants his friends to be happy, but he soon discovers that some wishes come true in the most surprisi
Ages 4–8
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The Heart and the Bottle
Oliver Jeffers
After a painful loss, a young girl decides to lock her heart away in a bottle, only to find the world feels much smaller
Ages 4–8
Drawn #1
Drawn Onward
Daniel Nayeri
For a child processing the profound loss of a parent, this unique palindrome story mirrors the difficult journey through
Ages 4–8
Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes
Eric Litwin
Pete takes a stroll in his new white shoes, but as he steps in strawberries and mud, he keeps right on groovin' because
Ages 3–7
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Emily Winfield Martin
Lush illustrations and rhythmic verse express the limitless potential and unconditional love a parent feels when looking
Ages 0–6
Pinkalicious
Pink or Treat!
Victoria Kann
When a power outage threatens to ruin Halloween, Pinkalicious uses her superhero spirit to find a bright way for the who
Ages 4–8
Olympig!
Victoria Jamieson
Boomer the pig refuses to give up as he enters the Animal Olympics, facing down a skeptical reporter to prove that a gre
Ages 4–8
The Magic School Bus #11
The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge
Joanna Cole
Ms. Frizzle breaks down the complex science of global warming into clear facts, showing how the next generation can help
Ages 7–10
It's Tough to Lose Your Balloon
Jarrett J. Krosoczka
From a popped balloon to a new babysitter, simple illustrations show how even the most disappointing moments have a brig
Ages 3–7
The Day Django Lost His Smile
Andi Triyanta
Django wakes up feeling out of sorts and searches the forest with his friends to find the big, happy grin that has gone
Ages 3–6
Pete the Cat
And His Four Groovy Buttons
Eric Litwin
Pete the Cat is wearing his favorite shirt with four groovy buttons, and even when they start popping off, he simply kee
Ages 3–7
Eyes That... #1
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho
Eyes that crinkle like crescent moons and glow like warm tea tell a beautiful story of family history and the strength f
Ages 4–8
Bible Stories #1
The Miracles of Jesus
Tomie dePaola
From calming fierce storms to walking on water, the extraordinary miracles performed by Jesus are brought to life throug
Ages 4–8
I Wish You More
Amy Krouse Rosenthal
For parents seeking to express unconditional love and big dreams for their child, this lyrical collection of wishes cele
Ages 0–10
Let's Celebrate #1
Martin Luther King, Jr., and His Birthday
Jacqueline Woodson
The life and legacy of the courageous civil rights leader are honored in this introduction to the man behind the nationa
Ages 4–8
Comet's Nine Lives
Jan Brett
Comet the cat is running out of chances as he wanders through Nantucket Island searching for a place where he truly belo
Ages 4–8
I Am . . .: Self-Discovery
Kayla Miller
Learn the most fascinating thing: you can build a mental shield of armor using affirmations and kind words to boost your
Ages 4–9
Say Something!
Peter H. Reynolds
Every action, word, and whisper has the power to spark change and show the world exactly what you believe in.
Ages 4–8
The Tiny Seed
Eric Carle
Vibrant collage art shows the seasons passing as one small, resilient seed travels across the world to find the right pl
Ages 3–7
Big Plans
Bob Shea
A determined boy with a lucky hat and a mynah bird sidekick plots his path from the classroom corner to the mayor's offi
Ages 4–8
Mr. Roo
The Real Reason We Go to School
Roosevelt Harris-Williams
School is about more than just tests and heavy backpacks. It is a place to find what you are good at and decide exactly
Ages 5–10
Little Red Sleigh
Erin Guendelsberger
A small sleigh travels all the way from a shop to the North Pole, determined to prove that with enough heart and hard wo
Ages 4–8
