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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,578 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
693 books
4–7 yrs
2480 books
8–11 yrs
2045 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Just Like That
Marsha Qualey
For the teen processing the shock of a sudden accident or struggling with the weight of being a witness to tragedy while
Ages 12–18
Sweet Strawberries
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
A wife and her grumpy husband set off on a journey to the market in this simple, character-driven folktale.
Ages 4–8
Usborne Bible Tales
The Easter Story
Christopher Rawson, Lloyd Litchfield
For parents seeking to explain the origins of Easter traditions through the history of Jesus in a way that is gentle and
Ages 5–8
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12–18 yrs
1042 books
Perspectives on Storm Disasters
Hurricane
Andrew Langley
Witness the immense power of Hurricane Sandy through the eyes of survivors and scientists, tracing the storm from its ph
Ages 8–12
Animal Superpowers
Amazing Animal Helpers
John Townsend
Discover the incredible ways animals partner with humans to save lives, provide independence, and offer support in this
Ages 8–12
Mimi
John Newman
Mimi’s family has fallen into a quiet, sad routine since Mammy died, but she is determined to find a way to bring the sm
Ages 8–12
Unspoken: A Story from the Underground Railroad
Henry Cole
For children processing the weight of doing the right thing when it is difficult, this wordless story explores the quiet
Ages 5–10
You May Already Be a Winner
Ann Dee Ellis
Twelve-year-old Olivia lives in a trailer park with a big dream and a foolproof plan to win a million dollars for a bett
Ages 8–12
Christmas Wish
Sylvia Green
For the child who is patiently waiting for their first pet or seeking a sense of belonging during the holidays.
Ages 7–10
Darius Bell #1
Darius Bell and the Glitter Pool
Odo Hirsch
For the child grappling with a big secret or the weight of family tradition. Darius must choose between a quick fortune
Ages 8–12
Pelé: The King of Soccer
Eddy Simon
From practicing with a ball of newspaper in Brazil to winning the World Cup, witness the incredible rise of the greatest
Ages 8–12
Tuna Fish Thanksgiving
C. S. Adler
With her parents' divorce looming, thirteen-year-old Gilda takes it upon herself to keep her siblings steady and ensure
Ages 10–14
Delivering Justice W.W. Law and the Fight for Civil Rights
James Haskins
For the child curious about how one person can change their community, this biography shows how a local mail carrier pea
Ages 7–11
Nature Books
Gray Wolf, Red Wolf
Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
Wolves travel in tight-knit packs across the North American wilderness. Learn how these predators hunt, raise pups, and
Ages 9–12
Untwine
Edwidge Danticat
Identical twins Giselle and Isabelle are inseparable until a tragic car crash shatters their world, leaving one sister t
Ages 12–18
Fact Finders: Causes and Effects
Freedom from Slavery: Causes and Effects of the Emancipation Proclamation
Brianna Hall
For the student curious about how laws can change the world, this guide explores the turning point of American history w
Ages 8–12
Who Was?
Who Is Greta Thunberg?
Jill Leonard
For the child who feels small in a big world, this biography shows how one quiet voice can spark a global movement for o
Ages 8–12
Land of the Cranes
Aida Salazar
For the child grappling with the reality of unfair systems or family separation, this verse novel offers a poignant look
Ages 8–12
As the Crow Flies
Elizabeth Winthrop
For children navigating the complex emotions of long distance parenting. This gentle story validates the joy of a visit
Ages 5–9
The Honest Truth
Dan Gemeinhart
Tired of being sick, twelve-year-old Mark runs away with his dog to face the ultimate challenge: climbing the massive pe
Ages 10–14
The Book of Ore #2
Waybound
Cam Baity, Benny Zelkowicz
For the child grappling with big changes or the end of a long journey, this epic finale explores the courage needed to f
Ages 9–13
Feeling Boo
Alex Boniello, April Lavalle
For the child experiencing 'the heavies' or a period of low mood. This gentle story helps little ones understand that so
Ages 4–8
One-Eye! Two-Eyes! Three-Eyes! A Very Grimm Fairy Tale
Aaron Shepard
Two-Eyes suffers through the teasing of her one-eyed and three-eyed sisters until a bit of magic helps her find her way
Ages 4–8
Freedom Stone
Jeffrey Kluger
For the child grappling with the weight of unfairness and the hope for a better future. This story blends the harshness
Ages 10–14
