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Hope & Optimism

Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit

6,578 books about hope & optimism

0–3 yrs693 books

4–7 yrs2480 books

8–11 yrs2045 books

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The Blossoming Summer

Anna Rose Johnson

Sent from London to Lake Superior during WWII, Rosemary discovers a hidden Anishinaabe heritage that changes everything

Cover of Influencers

Cat Kid Comic Club #5

The baby frogs are back to make more comics, using everything from photography to collage to prove that your own unique

Cover of Jesus Loves Me

For the child needing a gentle reminder of their inherent worth. This simple devotional introduces toddlers to the comfo

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12–18 yrs

1042 books

Cover of How Sweet the Sound African-American Songs for Children

How Sweet the Sound African-American Songs for Children

Wade Hudson, Cheryl Willis Hudson

For families looking to connect through music and heritage. This vibrant collection of African-American songs celebrates

Ages 5–11

Cover of Persephone and the Pomegranate

Persephone and the Pomegranate

For children navigating the ache of being away from a parent, this lushly painted myth explores the deep bond between mo

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Headlines from the Jungle

Anne Harvey, Virginia McKenna

For the young animal lover concerned about the planet, this moving poetry collection explores the beauty of wildlife and

Cover of My Best Everything

My Best Everything

For the teenager navigating the weight of family loyalty and the pressure to escape a cycle of poverty in pursuit of the

Cover of Wonderful Goodbyes

Wonderful Goodbyes

For the child preparing to say a final farewell to a pet. This gentle story helps families honor a beloved companion by

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A Life Story #5

David Attenborough

Lizzie Huxley-Jones

For the child who loves exploring the backyard and wants to turn their passion for animals into a way to save the planet

Cover of Once Was Lost

While her small town searches for a missing girl, fifteen-year-old Samara struggles with her parents' abandonment and th

Cover of The Only Pony

David Metzenthen

For the child who finds magic in everyday objects, this gentle story celebrates the power of imagination and the quiet w

Cover of Where the Lockwood Grows

Where the Lockwood Grows

For the child grappling with a changing world or the fear of losing family. This eco-dystopian journey explores how we h

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My Australian Story #4

Plagues and Federation

For the child curious about how communities face big changes, this diary follows a young girl navigating a city quaranti

Cover of Jesus at Bedtime: The Story of the Creation

Jesus at Bedtime: The Story of the Creation

For parents seeking a peaceful way to introduce the Biblical creation story as a soothing wind-down for their little one

Cover of To Be a Slave

For parents seeking to discuss the harsh realities of American history through the authentic, unfiltered voices of those

Cover of Who Was Woodrow Wilson?

Who Was Woodrow Wilson?

Trace the journey of a boy named Tommy from the halls of Princeton to the White House as he leads a nation through the f

Cover of The Bremen Town Musicians and Other Animal Tales from Grimm

The Bremen Town Musicians and Other Animal Tales from Grimm

For children facing changes or feeling unwanted, these classic tales show how outcasts can find strength in each other a

Cover of Touch the Sky, My Little Bear

Touch the Sky, My Little Bear

A little polar bear gazes at the horizon while his mother shows him all the wonderful things he will be able to achieve

Cover of Puss in Boots

Charles Perrault

A clever cat in boots uses nothing but his wits to transform his poor master into a wealthy nobleman fit for a princess.

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Illustrated Stories for Christmas

Various, Lesley Sims

For the family looking to build a nightly December tradition, this lushly illustrated treasury brings together timeless

Cover of Who Is Tom Brady?

Who Is Tom Brady?

James Buckley Jr., Who HQ

Trace the incredible rise of a legendary quarterback, from his six Super Bowl titles in New England to a historic sevent

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Let's Read Biography

Mary McLeod Bethune

Houghton Mifflin

Follow the life of a determined leader who dedicated herself to the vital work of educating others and securing fundamen

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Rabbit and the Motorbike

For children processing the loss of a mentor or loved one, this sensitive story shows how we carry those we love with us

Cover of Chasing King's Killer: The Hunt for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Assassin

James L. Swanson's Historical Assassination Series #3

Chasing King's Killer: The Hunt for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Assassin

James L. Swanson

The peaceful movement for Civil Rights clashes with a dark shadow as a prison escapee tracks Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.