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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+
Peace One Day
Jeremy Gilley
For the child wondering if one person can really make a difference. This true story follows a filmmaker's journey to cre
Ages 7–10
Ella and Monkey at Sea
Emilie Boon
Ella and her favorite toy struggle with the big emotions of saying goodbye to their grandmother and moving across the oc
Ages 3–7
26 Fairmount Avenue #8
For the Duration
Tomie dePaola
Rationing and goodbyes have changed everything during the war, but Tomie still finds room for dance recitals and the sup
Ages 7–10
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1031 books
Neanderthal Opens the Door to the Universe
Preston Norton
A social outcast and a popular quarterback form a bizarre alliance to finish a divine to-do list and make their high sch
Ages 14–18
What Could Be?
What Could Lara Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the curious preschooler starting to notice the busy world around them and wondering where they might fit in one day.
Ages 2–6
When Thunder Comes: Poems for Civil Rights Leaders
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child curious about why the world looks the way it does: these poems celebrate the brave people who stood up for
Ages 8–12
The Home I Leave Behind
Irina Sobrino Palet
For the child grappling with the news of global conflict or families navigating the difficult journey of starting over i
Ages 5–10
But No Candy
Gloria Houston
As her uncle fights overseas in World War II, Lee watches the candy jars empty and realizes her quiet life at the family
Ages 5–9
My Little Pony
Rainbow Road Trip
Celeste Sisler
For the early reader who loves solving puzzles, this magical journey explores how teamwork and friendship can bring colo
Ages 4–8
Hidden Hope: How a Toy and a Hero Saved Lives During the Holocaust
Elisa Boxer
For the child curious about history and real-life heroes who stood up against unfairness using cleverness and courage du
Ages 6–10
Jake Maddox Sports Stories
Pitcher Pressure
Jake Maddox
Allen must face the toughest batter in the league while his grandfather is in the hospital. Can he win the big game for
Ages 8–12
Seeds of Freedom: The Peaceful Integration of Huntsville, Alabama
Hester Bass
For the child learning about fairness and the power of peace. This true story shows how a community used creativity and
Ages 6–10
Deadly History #2
The Horror of World War II
Nancy Dickmann
For the student curious about the darker realities of history. This guide introduces the heavy truths of World War II th
Ages 8–12
I Was There #2
On Board the Titanic
Shelley Tanaka
Follow seventeen-year-old Jack Thayer across the decks of the Titanic as he meets new friends just before the great ship
Ages 8–12
Apollo 13 Mission: Core Events of a Crisis in Space
Kassandra Radomski, James Gerard
For the curious learner who loves solving problems, this high-stakes history of the Apollo 13 mission shows how grit and
Ages 8–12
Star Wars: The Life of... #2
The Life of Luke Skywalker
Ryder Windham
From his lonely youth on Tatooine to his final stand against the dark side, follow the complete journey of the galaxy's
Ages 8–12
Circa Now
Amber McRee Turner
Circa discovers that the digital changes she makes to old photographs are starting to appear in the real world following
Ages 8–12
What Could I Be?
What Could Anna Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who loves to play pretend and asks 'What will I be when I grow up?', this story explores diverse career pa
Ages 3–7
What Could I Be?
What Could Arianna Be?
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who loves to play dress-up and wonders what they'll be when they grow up. A colorful exploration of career
Ages 3–7
Dancing Dumplings for My One and Only
Eva Wong Nava
For the child feeling helpless when a loved one is unwell, this story shows how small acts of care and traditional flavo
Ages 4–8
Almost Forever
Maria Testa
For children facing a long separation from a parent, this gentle story in verse captures the quiet ache of waiting and t
Ages 8–12
River Boy
Tim Bowler
As Jess helps her dying grandfather finish a mysterious painting, she encounters a strange boy in the river who might ho
Ages 12–16
Alive
Chandler Baker
After a life-saving heart transplant, Stella experiences strange hallucinations and a deep, aching pull toward a mysteri
Ages 13–18
Hey You! An Empowering Celebration of Growing Up Black
Dapo Adeola
For children navigating the complexities of systemic racism while seeking the courage to dream and embrace their identit
Ages 4–9
