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Hope & Optimism

Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit

6,260 books about hope & optimism

0–3 yrs669 books

4–7 yrs2383 books

8–11 yrs1950 books

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All About Grief

Lora-Ellen McKinney

For children navigating the heavy weight of loss, this gentle guide helps explain big feelings and provides practical wa

Cover of Joe Louis, My Champion

Joe Louis, My Champion

Listening to the heavyweight championship on the radio, a young boy finds the inspiration to keep trying and realizes he

Cover of Ellie Learns About Grief

Ellie Learns About Grief

For the child navigating the heavy weight of loss, this gentle guide provides a safe space to understand and process the

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12–18 yrs

970 books

Danny and Elly: Just Smile

Ashley Clayton

For the child who needs a reminder that their smile is a gift. This sweet story explores the power of positivity and sha

Ages 2–6

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Naomi Shihab Nye

Fourteen-year-old Liyana leaves St. Louis behind for a village near Jerusalem, where she must find her place amidst cult

Cover of Bear in the Air

Bear in the Air

For the child who has ever felt the heartache of losing a favorite toy and needs reassurance that love can lead the way

Cover of Queer Minds

Centuries of history unfold through the stories of gender-diverse people in the UK, tracing how medicine and activism ha

Cover of Bright Star

For the child who feels overwhelmed by a big, noisy world and needs a reminder of their inner strength and the beauty th

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Willa Mouse and the Longest Night

Danielle Jimenez Williams

For the child who feels small in a big world or needs extra comfort during the long, dark nights of winter.

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The Christmas Cat

Efner Tudor Holmes

Fourteen-year-old Enola Holmes outsmarts her famous older brother Sherlock as she strikes out on her own to solve myster

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Heroes for Civil Rights

Meet the brave individuals, from Rosa Parks to the Little Rock Nine, who faced great risks to fight for justice and equa

Cover of Over a Thousand Hills I Walk with You

Over a Thousand Hills I Walk with You

After losing her family during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, Jeanne must rely on her courage and wits to survive and eventu

Cover of The Bund

Heroic figures like Bernard Goldstein lead a secret history of Jewish labor resistance against the impossible odds of th

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Very Important Day, A

Maggie Rugg Herold

For the child who wants to understand the meaning of belonging and the journey families take to call a new country home.

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The Color of Home

Hassan uses his paintbrush to bridge the gap between his memories of Somalia and his new life in America, finding healin

Cover of The Distance Between Us

The Distance Between Us

Waiting with her stern grandmother while her parents chase the American dream, Reyna prepares for her own journey to cro

Cover of Keep Your Head Up

Keep Your Head Up

For the child having a 'no-good' day where everything goes wrong, from messy hair to school mishaps, and needs a gentle

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Saint Louis Armstrong Beach

With Hurricane Katrina bearing down on New Orleans, a young musician named Saint braves the rising floodwaters to find h

Cover of Where Did Poppy Go?

Where Did Poppy Go?

For the child grappling with the absence of a loved one and wondering where they have gone. A gentle guide for navigatin

Cover of This Little Light of Mine

This Little Light of Mine

For the child learning to share their unique personality with the world, this vibrant adaptation of the classic gospel s

Cover of Grandma is An Angel Now

Grandma is An Angel Now

For the child grappling with the loss of a grandmother and looking for ways to keep her memory alive through love and co

Cover of Prayers for Children Who Are Starting School

Prayers for Children Who Are Starting School

For children feeling nervous about the big transition to the classroom, these gentle prayers offer comfort and a way to

Cover of The Best Dog in the World

The Best Dog in the World

For the child grieving the loss of a pet. This tender story provides a safe space to remember a furry friend and underst

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Little Golden Books

The Ugly Duckling

Hans Christian Andersen

For the child who feels like they do not fit in or is struggling with being the 'odd one out' in their social circle or