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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
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Hattie Brooks #2
Hattie Ever After
Kirby Larson
Seventeen-year-old Hattie says goodbye to the prairie in 1919 to chase her dreams of becoming a reporter in the bustling
Ages 12–18
My Daddy Lives with God
Tameko Hairston-Piggee
For the child navigating the profound loss of a father, this gentle story provides spiritual reassurance and a path towa
Ages 4–8
The Journey of a Hidden Child
Harry Pila, Robin Black
For the young reader beginning to ask difficult questions about history and how children find courage when their world s
Ages 10–14
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12–18 yrs
1031 books
Kids Fight Back
Maggie the Magnificent Fights Back
Marci Greenberg Cox
For the child navigating a cancer diagnosis, this story uses a powerful superhero metaphor to demystify chemotherapy and
Ages 4–8
Our Planet
Cristina Banfi
For the child who asks why the ocean is blue or how to help the bees, this guide explores the beauty of our ecosystems a
Ages 6–10
Heroes of Nature
Poornima Taduri
For the child who loves the outdoors and wants to make a difference, this collection of global activist stories turns en
Ages 6–10
Weeds Find a Way
Cindy Jenson-Elliott
The uncelebrated weed is actually a master traveler and survivor, thriving in the toughest spots through incredible pers
Ages 4–8
You Shine, Amazing Boy
Kelly Brightwood
For the boy who needs a gentle reminder of his worth, this book provides heartwarming affirmations to boost self-esteem
Ages 3–8
Everything Comes Next: Collected & New Poems
Naomi Shihab Nye
A collection of over 100 poems highlights the connections between all people and the small, profound moments that make u
Ages 8–18
Marvelous Mabel: Figure Skating Superstar
Crystal Hubbard
Mabel Fairbanks overcame childhood loss and segregation to teach herself to skate, eventually becoming the first Black f
Ages 6–10
Teen Problems
Challenges for LGBTQ Teens
Martha Lundin
For teens navigating their identity or seeking to support friends, this guide offers factual insights into the hurdles L
Ages 12–18
The Antiracist Kid: A Book About Identity, Justice, and Activism
Tiffany Jewell
Power, bias, and identity come into focus through bold illustrations that help young advocates understand how to build a
Ages 6–10
Loon Summer
Barbara Santucci
A summer spent by the water helps Rainie find her footing and understand her parents' love following their divorce.
Ages 5–8
Little Bear's Missing Smile
Anna Zaveri
For the child who wakes up with a heavy heart and doesn't know why. A gentle guide to understanding 'blue' days and find
Ages 3–7
The Rabbits
John Marsden
A powerful allegory uses the arrival of a new species to mirror the environmental and cultural impact of colonization ac
Ages 8–15
Milo Imagines a World
Matt de la Peña
While riding the subway to visit his mother, Milo uses his sketchbook to imagine the hidden lives and secret stories of
Ages 4–8
Love, Amalia
Alma Flor Ada, Gabriel M. Zubizarreta
Amalia finds a way through the grief of her grandmother’s passing by immersing herself in the vibrant stories and tradit
Ages 8–12
Evangelina Takes Flight
Diana J. Noble
Evangelina and her family flee the Mexican Revolution in 1911 to start over in a U.S. town where she hopes to find safet
Ages 9–12
Waiting for the Biblioburro/Esperando el Biblioburro
Monica Brown
Books are scarce in Ana's village until a librarian arrives with two hardworking donkeys to bring stories to the childre
Ages 5–8
Bold Women in History
15 Women's Rights Activists You Should Know
Meghan Vestal
For the child who asks why things aren't always fair, this book introduces fifteen trailblazers who fought for equality
Ages 8–12
A RoadMap for Today's LGBTQ Youth
Dale Labang
For the teen or young adult navigating their queer identity, this compassionate guide offers expert mental health advice
Ages 12–18
Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Maudie Powell-Tuck
For the child missing a loved one during the holidays, this magical journey bridges the distance between a young girl an
Ages 3–7
We Are Here to Stay
Susan Kuklin
Nine undocumented young adults share their personal journeys of seeking safety and new beginnings in the United States,
Ages 12–18
Leo and the Star Children
Evangeline Mattice
For the child grappling with the absence of a parent and needing to find their own inner strength during a difficult tra
Ages 8–12
