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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,540 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
686 books
4–7 yrs
2476 books
8–11 yrs
2036 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Hector
Adrienne Wright
Learn how a peaceful student protest in Soweto against unequal education became a pivotal moment in the fight to end Sou
Ages 7–10
Elizabeth Started All the Trouble
Doreen Rappaport
Vivid illustrations bring to life the 144-year struggle for the vote, led by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the determined w
Ages 6–10
Puma Dreams
Tony Johnston
Soft acrylic and ink landscapes follow a young girl’s quiet hope of spotting an elusive, endangered puma in the wild.
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
1031 books
Jumping the Scratch
Sarah Weeks
Life in a trailer park takes an unexpected turn for Jamie as a new friendship and his resilient aunt help him find his w
Ages 8–12
Lord of the Mountain
Ronald Kidd
Music is forbidden in Nate's household, but in the face of hard times and family loss, he decides to follow his rhythm a
Ages 8–12
La luna de Juan (Jon's Moon)
Carme Solé Vendrell
Young Jon faces the vast sea to retrieve his father's lost spirit in this poetic and courageous tale of perseverance and
Ages 5–8
Phonics Readers
Coming to the United States
Liz Ray
Practice prefixes and phonics while reading about the real-world journeys people take when moving to a new life in the U
Ages 5–7
Never Fall Down
Patricia McCormick
For the teen processing the weight of history and human resilience. A harrowing but essential look at survival and findi
Ages 14–18
Chasing Freedom
Nikki Grimes
Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony meet in an imagined 1904 conversation to reflect on their monumental fights for free
Ages 7–12
Miles' Song
Alice McGill
For the child grappling with the weight of unfairness and the spark of inner strength, this story follows a boy's journe
Ages 9–12
Ordinary Hazards
Nikki Grimes
For the teenager navigating the weight of a difficult past, this memoir in verse offers a roadmap for turning pain into
Ages 12–18
The Story of Christmas
Vivian French
For parents seeking a gentle way to share the religious origins of Christmas through a calming, easy to understand retel
Ages 3–7
The Only Road #2
The Crossroads
Alexandra Diaz
Jaime and his cousin Angela leave Guatemala for a new life in the United States, learning a new language and finding the
Ages 8–12
Midnight at the Electric
Jodi Lynn Anderson
While preparing for a one-way trip to Mars, Adri Ortiz discovers a century-old tortoise and a postcard that connect her
Ages 12–18
Little Miss #35
Little Miss Hug
Adam Hargreaves
Little Miss Hug spends her days sharing affection with everyone she meets, even testing her cheerful spirit against the
Ages 3–7
Time's Memory
Julius Lester
The child of a creator-god enters the body of an enslaved person, seeking to heal deep historical wounds through spiritu
Ages 14–18
Twice Told Tales #4
Beauty and the Basement
Olivia Snowe
Grieving and isolated, fifteen-year-old Carlo hides in the basement of his family mansion until a girl named Belle arriv
Ages 9–13
Fix
J. Albert Mann
Sixteen-year-old Eve faces a grueling recovery after surgery, navigating heavy grief and a growing dependence on her pai
Ages 14–18
Jeremy: The Tale of an Honest Bunny
Jan Karon
A tiny, anxious seed wonders if it will ever have the strength to grow into the beautiful, blossoming vine it was meant
Ages 5–9
Let the Hurricane Roar
Rose Wilder Lane
Hardship and misfortune strike a young pioneer couple as they struggle to survive on their new homestead in the Dakotas.
Ages 12–18
Anan
Anan and the Day the Sky Felt Heavy
Back To Basics Suze
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big, heavy emotions. This gentle story provides a visual metaphor for sadness and
Ages 4–8
Jewish Holiday Stories #1
The Passover Story
Sarah Mazor
For the child curious about why we eat matzah and dip parsley, this rhyming introduction explains the history and custom
Ages 4–8
You're A...
You're Wonderful
Leitaya Macale
For the child who needs a gentle reminder of their worth. This uplifting rhyming book uses positive affirmations to buil
Ages 2–7
Ninja Life Hacks #16
Confident Ninja
Mary Nhin
For the child who doubts their abilities or feels nervous trying new things. This guide uses positive self-talk to help
Ages 3–10
