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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,578 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
693 books
4–7 yrs
2480 books
8–11 yrs
2045 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Circle of Gold
Candy Dawson Boyd
Mattie desperately wants to buy a gold pin to help her mother feel special, but she must find a way to earn the money af
Ages 8–12
Rebels Against Slavery: American Slave Revolts
Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack
For the student exploring the true depth of American history, this book moves beyond passive narratives to reveal the br
Ages 10–15
All of Us
Kathryn Erskine
A young girl with Asperger’s syndrome searches for a sense of closure and understanding following the devastating loss o
Ages 10–14
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12–18 yrs
1042 books
The Year My Mother Was Bald
Ann Speltz
Through honest journal entries, Clare records the ups and downs of her family's life as she watches her mother undergo t
Ages 8–12
Mermaid Wishes
Carol Barton
Seraphina the mermaid faces a race against time in the land of Zavania after her enchanted comb is stolen, leaving her l
Ages 7–10
The Chalet School #21
Jo to the Rescue
Elinor M. Brent-Dyer
For the child learning how to take initiative and help others, Jo Bettany navigates wartime changes with empathy and res
Ages 9–14
My Story
Snowy: The Diary of Eva Fischer
Siobhan McHugh
For the child navigating what it means to belong when their heritage feels complicated. Eva's journey explores finding h
Ages 9–13
The Code: The 5 Secrets of Teen Success
Mawi Asgedom
From a childhood in East Africa to the halls of Harvard, Mawi Asgedom shares five essential secrets for finding success
Ages 12–18
A Fun, Cool and Colorful Read
David L. Mitchell
Vibrant colors and motivational words jump off the page to offer encouragement and positivity to kids and parents alike.
Ages 6–10
All That You Are
Woodleigh Marx Hubbard
A vibrant celebration of the hidden potential and unique character traits within every child, perfect for boosting self-
Ages 4–8
Robin: A Songbird Story
Cj Calvert
After a sudden injury, a songbird named Robin moves through sadness and loss to discover a wonderful new sense of self s
Ages 4–8
Fly Away Home
Eve Bunting
A boy living in an airport with his father tries to stay invisible until he spots a trapped bird seeking a way out, spar
Ages 5–9
A Song in Bethlehem
Marni McGee
A lonely beggar girl in Bethlehem hopes to see visiting kings, but she finds something much more meaningful in a stable
Ages 4–8
The First of the Penguins
Mary Q. Steele
Two friends leave their struggling city neighborhood behind on a dreamlike journey to find a magical solution that will
Ages 9–12
What Does Peace Feel Like?
Vladimir Radunsky
Children from around the globe share their perspectives on what peace looks like, sounds like, and feels like in their e
Ages 4–8
No Room at the Inn: The Nativity Story
Jean M. Malone
The journey of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus are brought to life in this gentle, easy-to-read version of the tr
Ages 5–7
The Nativity
Juan Wijngaard
Classic scripture meets luminous illustrations in this artistic retelling of the birth of Christ.
Ages 4–8
Too Many Monsters
Susan Meddaugh
Howard is tired of being teased by ninety-nine mean monsters, until a lucky break in the forest canopy changes his world
Ages 3–7
Brown Girl, Brown Boy #1
Brown Girl, Brown Girl
Leslé Honoré
Rhythmic verses call on brown girls to draw strength from the women who came before them as they chase their own bright
Ages 4–8
Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers
Becoming a Real Hero
Joanna Korba
Christopher Reeve soared as Superman on screen, but his most courageous role began when he fought to change the world fr
Ages 7–10
Ready for Anything
Keiko Kasza
Duck is ready for a perfect picnic, but Raccoon can think of a thousand things that might go wrong. Can optimism win ove
Ages 3–7
Goldie and Garth #1
Goldie and Garth
Joyce Mitchell
Two talking flowers named Goldie and Garth wonder if they will be planted together or torn apart after being purchased f
Ages 7–9
Music Is a Rainbow
Bryan Collier
A young boy finds light in a time of darkness by discovering a beautiful, healing connection between the melodies he hea
Ages 4–8
Green Generation
Green Living: No Action Too Small
Lucia Raatma
The most fascinating thing you will learn is that even the smallest daily choices can help protect wildlife and fight gl
Ages 9–13
