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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+
Charlotte Forten
Peter Burchard
For the child curious about how one person can make a difference during a time of great change, this biography explores
Ages 10–14
The Birds of Killingworth
Robert D. San Souci
Almira and the schoolmaster stand against the whole colony to protect the birds, proving that these creatures are as use
Ages 5–9
My American Story
How My Vote Counts
Jennifer Kaul
For the child curious about how a single person can make a difference in their community and the history behind our righ
Ages 7–9
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970 books
One More River to Cross: The Story of Twelve Black Americans
James Haskins
For the child curious about heroes who changed the world. These inspiring true stories show how perseverance and courage
Ages 9–14
My Mask
Dee Smith
For the child feeling nervous or confused about masks, this rhyming story turns face coverings into a superhero tool for
Ages 2–7
Ugly
Robert Hoge
This candid account tells the story of an author born with a facial tumor, offering a stark look at his personal experie
Ages 8–12
Stealing Home: The Story of Jackie Robinson
Barry Denenberg
For the child who needs to see how quiet strength and steady grit can change the world. A biography about standing tall
Ages 8–12
The Shepherd's Song The Twenty-third Psalm
Julia Miner
For children seeking comfort and security, this book transforms the 23rd Psalm into a visual story of a shepherd family'
Ages 4–8
Save the Animals #6
Save the... Lions
Sarah L. Thomson, Chelsea Clinton
For the young animal lover eager to protect wildlife. This engaging guide teaches kids about lion biology and how they c
Ages 6–9
Girls Survive #8
Constance and the Dangerous Crossing
Julie Gilbert
For the child curious about how kids lived long ago, this story explores finding courage and resilience while facing a m
Ages 8–12
Everyone is Good for Something
Beatrice Schenk de Regniers
A boy who feels useless proves everyone wrong after he rescues a wise cat and helps save an entire island from a plague
Ages 5–9
Fact Finders: Adventures on the American Frontier
Strike It Rich! The Story of the California Gold Rush
Brianna Hall
A single discovery triggers a massive migration as prospectors rush to California, forever changing the landscape and th
Ages 7–10
My Loved One Died
My Grandma Died
Maggie Scott
For the child grappling with the loss of a grandmother, this gentle guide uses simple language to explain what death mea
Ages 3–7
Marra's World
Elizabeth Coatsworth
Marra lives a cold life with her harsh family until the mystery of her seal mother begins to reveal the truth about wher
Ages 8–12
Harry and the Dinosaurs
Harry and the Robots
Ian Whybrow
For the child coping with a loved one's absence, this story shows how imagination and creative play can provide comfort
Ages 3–6
Lockwood #2
The Empty Place
Olivia A. Cole
For the child grappling with a heavy loss who needs to know that their sadness is a place they can eventually walk throu
Ages 8–12
Damage
Eve Ainsworth
For the teenager struggling with hidden emotional pain or trauma who needs to know they aren't alone in their journey to
Ages 13–18
Daughter of Smoke & Bone #3
Dreams of Gods & Monsters
Laini Taylor
Seraphim and chimaera clash in an epic struggle that moves from the streets of Rome to hidden caves, testing the boundar
Ages 14–18
All Children Have Rights!: A Picture Book on Children's Rights
Simone Philipp
For the child curious about how the world works, this gentle guide introduces the fundamental rights every child deserve
Ages 4–8
Miracle Pets #1
True Tales of Courage and Survival
Allan Zullo
Extraordinary animals show incredible bravery as they face and overcome life-threatening dangers in these dramatic true
Ages 8–12
Frederick Douglass: For the Great Family of Man
Peter Burchard
Follow the incredible life of a man who escaped slavery to become a brilliant abolitionist, a champion for women, and a
Ages 12–18
They Saw the Future
Kathleen Krull
For the curious child who wonders how we know what happens next: explore the history of people who tried to predict the
Ages 8–12
Once Upon a Broken Heart #3
A Curse for True Love
Stephanie Garber
Evangeline Fox is living a fairytale with a handsome prince, but she has no idea that her memories have been stolen to h
Ages 14–18
Star Wars: Mighty Chronicles #4
A New Hope
John Whitman
Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance take a stand against the dark Imperial forces in a high-stakes battle to restore p
Ages 6–10
