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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,252 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
669 books
4–7 yrs
2382 books
8–11 yrs
1944 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Red Moon at Sharpsburg
Rosemary Wells
As the Civil War rages around her, India Moody studies science with a neighbor and finds the courage to survive the terr
Ages 12–17
In Darkness
Nick Lake
Trapped under the debris of a Haitian earthquake, fifteen-year-old Shorty experiences powerful visions of his life and t
Ages 14–18
So Tall Within: Sojourner Truth's Long Walk Toward Freedom
Gary D. Schmidt
Born into the hardships of slavery, Sojourner Truth used her powerful voice and unshakable spirit to walk a long, brave
Ages 5–9
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970 books
The Books of Ember #1
The City of Ember
Jeanne DuPrau
The great lamps lighting an underground refuge are starting to flicker, leaving two friends in a race to decode an ancie
Ages 8–12
The Three Rancheros #1
Raymie Nightingale
Kate DiCamillo
For the child grappling with a parent's sudden departure or a sense of loneliness, this story follows Raymie as she find
Ages 8–12
Better Than We Found It: Conversations to Help Save the World
Frederick Joseph, Porsche Joseph
For the teenager overwhelmed by the world's problems, this essential handbook transforms anxiety into action through his
Ages 12–18
The Mozart Question
Michael Morpurgo
A journalist in Venice is warned never to ask a world-famous violinist about Mozart, but the musician is finally ready t
Ages 9–13
What Could I Be?
What Could Briana Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who loves to play pretend and is starting to ask about what grown-ups do all day. An inspiring look at dif
Ages 3–7
Happyland #3
Rainy Day
Dan Yaccarino
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a 'cloud' of worry. This gentle board book offers a simple metaphor to help presc
Ages 2–5
Let Liberty Rise! How America's Schoolchildren Helped Save the Statue of Liberty
Chana Stiefel
For the child who wonders if one person (or one penny) can truly make a difference in the world.
Ages 4–9
My Old Pal, Oscar
Amy Hest
For the child who is grieving the loss of a pet and isn't quite ready to open their heart to a new animal friend just ye
Ages 4–8
Positively Teen: A Practical Guide to a More Positive, More Confident You
Nicola Morgan
For the pre-teen or teen feeling overwhelmed by the changes of adolescence. This guide provides science-backed tools to
Ages 11–16
Castle in the Stars #1
The Space Race of 1869
Alex Alice
For the child who loves to wonder what lies beyond the clouds and seeks a grand adventure rooted in the deep bond betwee
Ages 9–14
Jack and the Baked Beanstalk
Colin Stimpson
When his family cafe fails, Jack trades his last pennies for a magic can of baked beans that leads him to a giant who is
Ages 4–8
Mel
Liz Berry
Seventeen-year-old Mel copes with her mother's breakdown by fixing up the house and starting a neighborhood cleanup, eve
Ages 14–18
Alliana, Girl of Dragons
Julie Abe
For the child who feels trapped by chores or expectations, this magical retelling offers hope that kindness and courage
Ages 8–12
Santasaurus
Niamh Sharkey
Milo the dinosaur has one big Christmas wish: to meet Santasaurus and take a ride in his magical sleigh. Holiday magic a
Ages 3–7
Grape Thief
Kristine L. Franklin
Twelve-year-old Cuss fights to stay in school while his small Washington town struggles through the financial hardships
Ages 9–13
This Is My America
Kim Johnson
With her father on death row and her brother now a fugitive, Tracy Beaumont fights to uncover the racist secrets of her
Ages 14–18
The Devil in Vienna
Doris Orgel
Told through the journal of a Jewish teenager, this story follows a deep friendship between two girls as the shadow of N
Ages 10–14
Martin & Mahalia: His Words, Her Song
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For the child discovering how their unique talents, whether speaking or singing, can join with others to change the worl
Ages 6–10
Fighting for Yes! The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann
Maryann Cocca-Leffler
For the child who feels frustrated by unfair rules or being told no. Discover how Judy Heumann turned a lifetime of 'no'
Ages 6–10
Animal Stories #2
Lost in the Storm
Holly Webb
For the child who feels a deep sense of responsibility and worry for their pets. This gentle story explores the bond bet
Ages 6–9
Stone Fox
John Reynolds Gardiner
Young Willy and his dog Searchlight enter a high-stakes dogsled race against the legendary Stone Fox to win the prize mo
Ages 8–12
