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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+
Bigger Than a Bread Box
Laurel Snyder
For the child grappling with a family split and wishing they could simply magic away the hurt and changes in their life.
Ages 8–12
Act Cool
Tobly McSmith
August leaves everything behind to escape a restrictive home, hoping a prestigious performing arts school is the stage w
Ages 14–18
Berliners
Vesper Stamper
Fifteen-year-old twins find their lives torn apart when they are forced to live on opposite sides of the divided city du
Ages 12–18
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12–18 yrs
970 books
Devine Intervention
Martha Brockenbrough
For the teen processing big questions about the afterlife and the value of a single life, wrapped in a witty story about
Ages 12–17
Diverse Energies
Joe Monti, Tobias S. Buckell, Daniel H. Wilson
For the teen who feels like they do not fit the typical hero mold. This anthology explores future worlds through the eye
Ages 13–18
My Freedom Trip
Frances Park, Ginger Park
Soo must find the courage to cross the border during the Korean War, clinging to her mother's final words as she journey
Ages 6–10
Paws + Edward
Espen Dekko
For families navigating the quiet, heavy days after the loss of an old dog. This gentle story helps children understand
Ages 4–8
If Only I Wasn't Lonely!
Sigal Adler
Deep in a forest hidden by tall mountains, gentle animals live in safety and peace, eating fruit and finding comfort in
Ages 3–7
The Bearer of Gifts
Kenneth C. Steven
A Laplander wood carver finds his calling after gifting a handmade present to the Christ child, sparking a tradition tha
Ages 4–8
The Keeping Days #2
Glory in the Flower
Norma Johnston
Tish records the changing world of 1901 in her diary, capturing six months of family trials and the bittersweet transiti
Ages 10–14
Song of Be
Lesley Beake
Be journeys across the desert to find the peace of her youth while her people work to balance ancient traditions with a
Ages 12–17
Usborne True Stories
Tales of Real Survival
Paul Dowswell
Extreme danger and incredible grit collide in these true accounts of people surviving the most hazardous conditions on E
Ages 8–12
The Dragon's Pearl
Julie Lawson
For children learning how selflessness and a sense of duty can bring abundance to a community, even in the face of great
Ages 5–9
Irrepressible Spirit: Conversations with Human Rights Activists
Susan Kuklin
Survivors and activists share their firsthand testimonies, offering a raw and courageous look at the global fight for hu
Ages 12–18
Usborne True Stories #17
The Blitz
Henry Brook
Ordinary people perform extraordinary acts of heroism as they battle against the odds to survive the bombings of London
Ages 9–13
Oskar & Aya #1
When a Friend Needs a Friend
Roozeboos
For children who feel overwhelmed by sadness or 'the blues' and need to know that being alone is okay while they process
Ages 3–7
Flying Through Water
Mamle Wolo
Lured by the false promise of a better life to help his family, Sena must find the inner resolve to escape human traffic
Ages 10–14
Princess Heart #1
Princess Harper Gets Happy
Molly Martin
Princess Harper is full of joy and on a mission to make sure every single person in her kingdom has a reason to smile al
Ages 4–7
See You Someday Soon
Pat Zietlow Miller
Distance can't stop the imagination as a child dreams up heartfelt ways to feel close to a grandmother who lives far awa
Ages 3–6
A Gift from Abuela
Cecilia Ruiz
The deep bond between Abuela and Niña shines even when money is tight and a long-held dream is out of reach.
Ages 4–8
Pets Without Homes
Caroline Arnold
Go behind the scenes at an animal shelter to see how dedicated workers care for lost pets and help them find their way b
Ages 5–9
Hello, Star
Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic
A young girl offers soft words of comfort to a fading star each night, finding the inspiration to chase her own cosmic d
Ages 4–8
Right Here, Right Now
Shannon Dunlap
Two musicians find their lives pulling together again and again across different versions of reality as they try to keep
Ages 12–18
An Angel for May
Melvin Burgess
Tam slips through time to a small English town during World War II, where he forms a life-changing bond with a lonely gi
Ages 10–14
