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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+
She Persisted #24
Dorothy Height
Kelly Starling Lyons
For the child who notices when things aren't fair and wants to know how one person can change the world through persiste
Ages 6–9
When Grandma Went Away
Delaney-Elis Awahnde
For the child grappling with the loss of a grandmother, this gentle story provides a soft space to navigate the confusin
Ages 3–7
The Best Nest
Sera Halverson
For the child who is nervous about a big transition or searching for where they belong. A gentle story about Pip's quest
Ages 3–7
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Those Who Saw the Sun
Jaha Nailah Avery
For the teenager seeking a deeper, more personal understanding of history through the lived experiences and resilient sp
Ages 12–18
The In Between
Marc Klein
For teens navigating the heavy fog of first love and sudden loss, this story explores the thin veil between life and dea
Ages 12–18
What Could I Be?
What Could Chloe Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the curious preschooler who loves to play pretend, this rhyming story celebrates the endless possibilities of who th
Ages 2–6
Fighting Forces of World War II
On the Home Front
John C. Miles
For the child curious about history, this book reveals how everyday Americans supported the World War II effort through
Ages 8–12
Hazelwood High #3
Darkness Before Dawn
Sharon M. Draper
Senior class president Keisha Montgomery tries to rebuild her life after her ex-boyfriend's suicide, only to be drawn to
Ages 14–18
Who Was?
Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
Kirsten Anderson
For the child who wants to change the world but isn't sure where to start. This biography shows how passion and hard wor
Ages 8–12
We the People
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
Dan Elish
For the child learning how one person's courage can change history, this accessible biography introduces the bravery and
Ages 7–10
A Child Was Born
Grace Maccarone
Rhythmic stanzas and soft imagery bring the traditional story of the first Christmas and the birth of Jesus to life for
Ages 3–7
The Day of the Pelican
Katherine Paterson
Thirteen-year-old Meli and her family must flee their home in Kosovo, journeying through refugee camps to find a new beg
Ages 10–14
The Snow Pony
Alison Lester
As a harsh drought pushes her family's ranch to the brink, Dusty finds the strength to endure through her deep connectio
Ages 10–14
Milly and the Macy's Parade
Shana Corey
For the child who misses far-away family or is curious about how traditions start, this story explores how one girl's id
Ages 4–8
Big Words #16
Coretta's Song
Doreen Rappaport
For children learning how to find their own voice when facing unfairness, this lyrical biography shows how Coretta Scott
Ages 4–8
Tim O'Toole and the Wee Folk
Gerald McDermott
Tim O'Toole receives magical gifts from the wee folk to escape poverty, but he must use his wits to protect his treasure
Ages 4–8
Soonchild
Russell Hoban
A shaman journeys through shifting shapes and ancient spirits to find the songs his unborn daughter needs to hear before
Ages 10–14
Rights and Responsibilities
How Rights Were Won
Nick Hunter
For the child questioning why things aren't always fair, this guide explores the brave people who fought for equality an
Ages 8–12
What Could I Be?
What Could Aria Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who loves to play pretend and is starting to wonder what they will be when they grow up, this story celebr
Ages 3–7
The Shepherd's Granddaughter
Anne Laurel Carter
Amani dreams of being a shepherd on her family's Palestinian homestead, following her grandfather's stories toward a sec
Ages 10–14
Everything Else in the Universe
Tracy Holczer
Lucy is overjoyed that her father is returning home from the Vietnam War early, but she must learn to love the different
Ages 8–12
What Could I Be?
What Could Amelia Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the preschooler beginning to explore their own interests, this rhyming journey through many careers shows that the f
Ages 2–5
The Children's Madiba: The Life Story of Nelson Mandela
Sean Fraser
Witness the incredible journey of a young Xhosa herdboy who stood up against the injustice of apartheid to become South
Ages 9–12
The Loneliest Spring Flower
Dee Smith
For the child who feels like the odd one out or is struggling to wait their turn while others catch up.
Ages 3–7
