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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+
Goin' Someplace Special
Patricia C. McKissack
A young girl in 1950s Nashville overcomes obstacles and segregation on a determined journey toward the one place where s
Ages 4–9
We Can Do Hard Things Mindful Affirmations For Kids
Jill Kernsley, Michael Kernsley
For the child who feels overwhelmed by new challenges, this collection of gentle affirmations builds the resilience need
Ages 4–8
I Had Trouble in Getting to Solla Sollew
Dr. Seuss
A determined traveler sets off for the city of Solla Sollew to escape every worry, only to find that even paradise has i
Ages 4–8
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1031 books
Bright Christmas: An Angel Remembers
Andrew Clements
For the child who asks about the spiritual meaning of the holidays, this lyrical story offers a peaceful, awe-filled loo
Ages 4–8
Home-Front Heroes
Robert Burch
For children navigating the quiet anxieties of a world at war or coping with a parent away on military duty, this story
Ages 8–12
Freedom's School
Lesa Cline-Ransome
Lizzie and Paul head to a brand-new schoolhouse built for freed slaves, where their hunger for learning meets the challe
Ages 4–9
What Star is This?
Joseph Slate
A tiny comet journeys through the night sky, making its way toward a quiet manger where a newborn baby lies waiting.
Ages 3–7
Usborne Bible Tales
The Christmas Story
Heather Amery
The wonder of Jesus's birth comes to life through gentle words and charming illustrations designed for the youngest list
Ages 2–5
A Flower in the Snow
Tracey Corderoy
The bond between Luna and Bear takes center stage in this gentle tale about what it really means to be a loyal friend th
Ages 3–7
This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work
Tiffany Jewell
These twenty essential lessons provide the vocabulary and tools needed to understand true history, confront injustice, a
Ages 10–16
The Christmas Eve Tree
Delia Huddy
For the child noticing those in need during the holidays, this story shows how even the smallest gesture can create a se
Ages 5–8
Wingwalker
Rosemary Wells
Reuben must find his courage when the dust storms and financial ruin of the Great Depression suddenly tear away the secu
Ages 7–10
What Could I Be?
What Could Hope Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child navigating a difficult season or big feelings: a gentle introduction to finding hope in the small, everyda
Ages 3–7
The Strange Night Writing of Jessamine Colter
Cynthia DeFelice
For the child grappling with the concept of life's end, this gentle story uses a touch of magic to explore legacy, prepa
Ages 8–12
A Blind Spot for Boys
Justina Chen
While dealing with her father's vision loss, sixteen-year-old Shana travels to Machu Picchu where she meets a boy hiding
Ages 12–18
The Patchwork People
Louise Lawrence
In a future Wales stripped of jobs and hope, a group of struggling youth finds their lives intertwined with a wealthy gi
Ages 12–17
Promises
Elizabeth Winthrop
For children navigating the uncertainty of a parent's cancer treatment, this story explores the small, steady promises t
Ages 5–9
See You on a Starry Night #2
Wish on All the Stars
Lisa Schroeder
For the child feeling the weight of a family move or changing friendships, this story offers a gentle roadmap for findin
Ages 8–12
Graphic Library: Biographies
Cesar Chavez: Champion and Voice of Farmworkers
Suzanne Slade
For the child grappling with ideas of fairness and justice, this graphic biography explores how one man's quiet courage
Ages 8–12
Shark Girl #2
Formerly Shark Girl
Kelly L. Bingham
For the teen navigating life after a major trauma or injury. Jane explores her identity and artistic dreams while adjust
Ages 12–18
The Light of the World: The Life of Jesus for Children
Katherine Paterson
For the family seeking a lyrical and accessible introduction to the life of Jesus, emphasizing his message of compassion
Ages 4–8
The Hoiho: New Zealand's Yellow-Eyed Penguin
Adele Vernon
The yellow-eyed hoiho is the rarest penguin on Earth. Learn how these unique birds live in the forests of New Zealand an
Ages 7–11
Green Angel #1
Green Angel
Alice Hoffman
After a disaster leaves her world in ashes, fifteen-year-old Green retreats into her garden. A ghostly dog and a silent
Ages 12–17
Marcia Sewall's American History #3
James Towne: Struggle for Survival
Marcia Sewall
Survival hangs by a thread as John Smith and the early settlers face the grueling hardships and daily struggles of the J
Ages 7–11
