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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,574 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
690 books
4–7 yrs
2479 books
8–11 yrs
2045 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
DogMan
Rebecca Campbell
A lost soul finds a second chance at happiness through a journey of friendship, affection, and the power of love.
Ages 3–7
Twisted
Laurie Halse Anderson
A summer of hard labor after a graffiti arrest transforms Tyler from an invisible student into the center of high school
Ages 14–18
Sonny's War
Valerie Hobbs
Fourteen-year-old Cori navigates a world turned upside down by her father's death and her brother's deployment to the Vi
Ages 12–16
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12–18 yrs
1042 books
The Story and Meaning of Jewish Holidays #1
Light Another Candle
Miriam Chaikin
Ancient history meets modern tradition in this retelling of the Hanukkah story, detailing why we light the candles and w
Ages 8–12
Everywhere with You
Carlie Sorosiak
A lonely girl and a dog live on opposite sides of a fence until the simple act of reading aloud creates an unbreakable c
Ages 4–8
Turning Point Books #1
Stand Tall, Abe Lincoln
Judith St. George
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles to fit in, this inspiring look at Abraham Lincoln's youth shows ho
Ages 7–10
How to Help a Friend #2
How to Help a Friend
Karl Newson
Feeling sad is a natural part of life, and this gentle story highlights how the simple presence of a caring friend can m
Ages 3–7
The Whales' Song
Dyan Sheldon
Lilly waits by the edge of the ocean, hoping to catch the echoes of the mysterious, giant singers her grandmother descri
Ages 4–9
You've Reached Sam #1
You've Reached Sam
Dustin Thao
A grieving girl dials her late boyfriend's phone just to hear his voice, only for him to pick up and offer her a miracul
Ages 13–18
We the People
The California Gold Rush
Jean F. Blashfield
The most fascinating thing you will learn is how the frantic search for gold in 1848 brought both adventure and disaster
Ages 8–12
Great People Who Reached for the Stars
Louise Page
Extraordinary people throughout history prove that success is built on courage and the strength to define oneself agains
Ages 8–12
The Poesy Ring: A Love Story
Bob Graham
For children marveling at how the world stays connected across generations, this lyrical tale explores the enduring powe
Ages 4–8
Freedom Summer
Deborah Wiles
Two best friends in the 1964 South are thrilled when a new law finally opens the town pool to everyone, only to find tha
Ages 4–8
The Poet's Dog
Patricia MacLachlan
Gentle and lyrical, this story captures the deep bond between two children, a wise dog, and a poet as they help one anot
Ages 7–10
Who Was?
Who Was Jesus?
Ellen Morgan
Step back into the Roman Empire to see what history reveals about the life of Jesus and how his followers started a glob
Ages 8–12
Walenska Street #1
The House on Walenska Street
Charlotte Herman
Eight-year-old Leah and her sisters navigate life with their widowed mother in a small Russian town during the year 1913
Ages 7–10
Love You Books #7
I Believe in Me
Emma Dodd
The wide world can feel big and scary, but a little crocodile finds that a tiny bit of self-belief is all he needs to st
Ages 2–5
LEGO Star Wars
A New Hope
Emma Grange
Luke Skywalker, R2-D2, and C-3PO embark on a galactic mission to rescue Princess Leia from the Empire in this LEGO-fille
Ages 5–7
Fighting to Survive
Fighting to Survive in the American West
Eric Braun
The rugged American West comes to life through the terrifying true survival stories of Hugh Glass, the Donner Party, and
Ages 8–12
Black Children Affirmations #3
Black Boy, Take Flight
Mahogany L. Browne
A radiant, poetic celebration for young Black boys who need to hear that their potential is limitless and their joy is a
Ages 4–8
I Survived #1
The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912
Lauren Tarshis
For the child curious about history and major events, this accessible story helps them process the reality of disasters
Ages 7–10
26 Fairmount Avenue #5
Things Will Never Be the Same
Tomie dePaola
Daily life at home and school feels familiar and safe for young Tomie, until the monumental events of 1941 change his wo
Ages 7–10
Magic Charm Books #3
The Tiny Angel
Elizabeth Koda-Callan
Hope and courage shine in this illustrated tale of achievement, which includes a special golden angel charm tucked right
Ages 4–8
Turkey Trouble #2
Turkey Claus
Wendi Silvano
Turkey is determined to stay off the dinner table this year, and with a little help from Santa, he might just find the p
Ages 3–7
