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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,575 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
691 books
4–7 yrs
2479 books
8–11 yrs
2045 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Words in Deep Blue
Cath Crowley
For the teenager navigating the heavy waves of grief or the ache of a first love that went unspoken. A beautiful look at
Ages 14–18
Fresh Ink
Lamar Giles
For the teen seeking to see themselves and their world reflected in stories of joy, struggle, and identity by today's mo
Ages 12–18
Josie Bloom and the Emergency of Life
Susan Hill Long
For the child navigating the confusing waves of a parent leaving and the mystery of what makes a house feel like a home.
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
1042 books
With a Name Like Love
Tess Hilmo
For the child who values fairness and wonders how to stand up for what is right in a complicated world. A story about fa
Ages 8–12
The Samosa Rebellion
Shanthi Sekaran
In a town divided between Butterflies and Moths, a young boy and his neighbors stand together to protect their community
Ages 8–12
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
Blizzard of Glass: The Halifax Explosion of 1917
Sally M. Walker
Two ships collide in a massive 1917 explosion that levels a city, prompting a harrowing story of tragedy and community r
Ages 10–14
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
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
Tobias S. Buckell
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
One White Dolphin
Gill Lewis
For children navigating the silence of a missing parent or the frustration of being misunderstood while fighting to prot
Ages 8–12
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 #1
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
