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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,260 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
669 books
4–7 yrs
2383 books
8–11 yrs
1950 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Cricket Biographies for Kids
Shayne Lambie
For the young sports fan curious about Australia's rich athletic history and the First Nations stars who have dominated
Ages 7–12
Strong Girls in History
Susan B Katz
For the child who needs a boost of confidence, these true stories of brave women show that anyone can change the world t
Ages 6–9
Whirligig
Paul Fleischman
To seek redemption after a tragic accident, a teenager travels across the country building unique whirligigs to honor a
Ages 12–18
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970 books
25 Prophet Stories for Kids
Soufiane Graoui
For parents seeking to introduce their children to the stories of the prophets in a way that emphasizes character, faith
Ages 6–12
Prairies
Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
Tall grasses and hidden wildlife come to life through detailed photos that reveal the vital importance of protecting our
Ages 6–10
Wishing upon the Same Stars
Jacquetta Nammar Feldman
For the child navigating a new move and wondering how to bridge the gap between their family's heritage and a friend's d
Ages 8–12
I Survived Graphic Novels #3
The Nazi Invasion, 1944
Lauren Tarshis
For the child curious about history's hardest moments and the incredible courage it takes to survive when the world feel
Ages 8–12
There's No I in Can't- I CAN
Coretta Johnson
For the child who feels discouraged when things don't go right the first time. This empowering story helps young readers
Ages 4–8
The Butterfly
Patricia Polacco
For the child grappling with the concept of moral courage and standing up for others during difficult times when the wor
Ages 7–11
Wings of an Eagle
Billy Mills, Donna Janell Bowman
For the child needing inspiration to keep going when things feel unfair or difficult, this story of an Oglala Lakota run
Ages 4–8
Year of the Jungle
Suzanne Collins
First grade feels like a jungle for Suzy as she waits for postcards from her father in Vietnam and wonders when he will
Ages 4–8
The Roman Mysteries #7
The Enemies of Jupiter
Caroline Lawrence
For the child grappling with the pressure of high expectations or the heavy weight of family secrets while trying to nav
Ages 9–13
Birds on Wishbone Street
Suzanne Del Rizzo
A shared fascination with birds helps Maureen and a young refugee from Syria find common ground and build a beautiful ne
Ages 4–8
March On Children!
Katina L Rankin
For the child learning about fairness and the power of their own voice. This book honors the brave children who marched
Ages 6–10
Thank You for Sunshine, Thank You for Rain
Nicole Poetry, Sevan Poetry
For the child learning to navigate big feelings, this gentle guide helps little ones find things to be thankful for even
Ages 3–7
This Is the Rope
Jacqueline Woodson
A single piece of rope travels with an African American family through the years, binding their story together during th
Ages 5–8
Usborne Young Reading
The Ugly Duckling
Susanna Davidson
Left out and lonely, a misunderstood bird travels through the seasons before finally recognizing his own true beauty in
Ages 5–8
Copper Sun
Sharon M. Draper
A fifteen-year-old Ashanti girl fights to survive unimaginable sorrow after being taken from her home and transported to
Ages 14–18
The Unforgettable Season: The Story of Joe DiMaggio, Ted Williams, and the Record-Setting Summer of '41
Phil Bildner
The crack of the bat echoes through the summer of 1941 as Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams chase legendary hitting records
Ages 7–10
Ariel Crashes a Train
Olivia A. Cole
For the teenager who feels trapped by scary, unwanted thoughts and needs to know they aren't 'bad' or alone in their str
Ages 14–18
Dave at Night
Gail Carson Levine
Escape the harsh walls of a 1920s orphanage for the vibrant streets of Harlem, where a lonely boy finds his rhythm among
Ages 8–12
Snake Pits, Talking Cures, Magic Bullets: A History of Mental Illness
Deborah Kent
Trace the evolution of mental health care from ancient snake pits and magic bullets to modern treatments through persona
Ages 12–18
So, What's Grief Really Like?
Susan-Rose McIntyre
A gentle, expert-backed guide to help children recognize the physical and emotional sensations of loss, perfect for fami
Ages 5–10
The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba's Struggle for Freedom
Margarita Engle
Rosa, a healer, navigates the late-nineteenth-century Cuban struggle for independence in this moving verse novel based o
Ages 10–14
