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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,550 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
686 books
4–7 yrs
2476 books
8–11 yrs
2037 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
One Swing of the Bat
Joe Jankowski
Casey looks for a second chance to prove himself on the baseball diamond in this story of perseverance and belief.
Ages 8–12
The Red Umbrella
Christina Diaz Gonzalez
For children processing the anxiety of a major move or separation, this story explores the courage it takes to leave hom
Ages 10–14
Don't Look Back: A Memoir of War, Survival, and My Journey from Sudan to America
Achut Deng, Keely Hutton
For the teen or young adult grappling with the reality of global conflict or seeking a powerful story about overcoming i
Ages 14–18
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Gandhi
Demi
A courageous leader fights for India's independence and challenges an unjust caste system using only the persistent powe
Ages 6–10
Queen of Hearts
Martha Brooks
For the teenager grappling with a sudden, serious illness that separates them from their family and the familiar world o
Ages 12–17
One Minute Divine Protection for Black Teens
Seek First
For the Black teenager seeking a moment of spiritual grounding and safety. These brief daily reflections offer a shield
Ages 12–18
Back to School Mr. Frog!
Osanna Rosa
Hardworking Tiana dreams of her own New Orleans restaurant, but a magical encounter with a frog prince sends her on a wi
Ages 4–9
The Birchbark House #4
Chickadee
Louise Erdrich
Separated from his twin, a young Ojibwe boy must rely on his inner strength and the help of new friends to find his way
Ages 8–12
With Jesus I Am Brave
Good News Meditations
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big fears or worries. This gentle retelling uses the story of Lazarus to show kid
Ages 3–7
Children of the Earth #1
Dear Children of the Earth
Schim Schimmel
For the child who feels a deep connection to the natural world and wants to help protect our planet and its many animal
Ages 4–10
Dissected Lives
African American Leaders Fight for Freedom
Dissected Lives
The American civil rights movement achieved landmark legal protections through years of nonviolent protest, civil disobe
Ages 9–12
Fly Free!
Roseanne Thong
For the child learning how one small, kind choice can change the world around them. This gentle story explores how compa
Ages 4–9
Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, The
William Joyce
After a tornado sweeps Morris Lessmore to a colorless land, he finds a magical library where books are alive and in need
Ages 4–10
The Lost Stars
Hannah Cumming
For the child who wonders where the stars go at night, this enchanting tale explores how light pollution affects our wor
Ages 3–7
Coping
Wishes and Worries: Coping with a Parent Who Drinks Too Much Alcohol
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
For children who are confused or hurt by a parent's drinking, this therapeutic story offers reassurance that it is not t
Ages 4–9
Tiny Kitty, Big City
Tim Miller
For the child feeling small in a big world, this gentle story of a stray kitten navigating a noisy city offers a sense o
Ages 4–8
Our 20/20 Journey Back to School
Maria Cedolini Thompson
For the child feeling nervous about trading their tablet for a desk as they return to the classroom after a long time aw
Ages 5–9
The Boy Who Carried Bricks
Alton Carter
For the teen navigating a difficult family situation who needs to know that their current circumstances do not define th
Ages 12–18
The Jesus I Wish I Knew in High School Asian American Edition
Rooted Ministry
For Asian American teens navigating the intersection of cultural expectations and personal faith while looking for a mor
Ages 14–18
The Jump
Brittney Morris
A mysterious scavenger hunt offers a group of Seattle teens a chance to save their homes and families from a local oil r
Ages 12–18
Earthsea Cycle #6
The Other Wind
Ursula K. Le Guin
The boundary between the living and the dead is crumbling, and a simple mender of pots may be the only one who can save
Ages 12–18
Jesus In Me Poetry: Christian Poetry For Children
Dr. G.
Faith comes alive through rhythmic verses and allegories that connect young hearts to biblical teachings and spiritual t
Ages 4–9
God Delights in the Prayers of His Children
Terri Flynn
For the child who is beginning to explore their relationship with faith and seeking comfort in knowing their voice is al
Ages 3–7
The Dragon and the Unicorn
Lynne Cherry
For the child learning to value the natural world and the importance of protecting wild places from human destruction.
Ages 5–10
