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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
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Redwood and Ponytail
K.A. Holt
Two girls at opposite ends of the social spectrum find their world upended by a surprising connection that is as simple
Ages 10–14
How to Become a Planet
Nicole Melleby
Thirteen-year-old Pluto feels like a heavy black hole has replaced her old self, but a summer of new friendships helps h
Ages 9–13
Mañanaland
Pam Muñoz Ryan
Maximiliano embarks on a perilous quest with a mythical compass to uncover his mother's fate and the truth behind a secr
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
1042 books
I Survived #3
I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005
Lauren Tarshis
When the levees break in New Orleans, Barry is swept away from his family and must face the rising floodwaters of Hurric
Ages 7–11
Golden Gate: Building the Mighty Bridge
Elizabeth Partridge
For children fascinated by how massive structures are made, this story of the Golden Gate Bridge captures the grit and w
Ages 6–10
Katie Roberts #1
Love You, Soldier
Amy Hest
Life in New York City changes quickly for young Katie as she grows up during World War II, holding onto hope while her f
Ages 7–10
Where Is Grandpa's Smile?
Maria Keane Pascuzzi
Abby embarks on a tender search for her grandfather’s missing joy, eventually discovering it in a place she never would
Ages 3–7
The Waiting Place: When Home Is Lost and a New One Not Yet Found
Dina Nayeri
Ten young refugees living in shipping-crate homes in Greece share their dreams and daily struggles through poetic words
Ages 8–14
Instructions for Dancing
Nicola Yoon
Evie can see the beginning and end of every romance she witnesses, but a daring boy named X makes her wonder if love is
Ages 12–18
Key West #1
Turtle in Paradise
Jennifer L. Holm
For children navigating family instability or feeling like an outsider in a new place. A sharp, witty look at finding ho
Ages 8–12
The Night Diary #2
Amil and the After
Veera Hiranandani
Amil uses sketches to process his grief and confusion as his family attempts to build a new life in 1948 India following
Ages 8–12
Molly's Fire
Janet Lee Carey
For the child grappling with the uncertainty of a missing loved one, this story follows a young girl's unwavering hope a
Ages 10–14
Because of You
Barbara G. Hennessy
The most fascinating thing you will learn is how every individual person contributes to making the entire world a kinder
Ages 3–7
Mary on Horseback: Three Mountain Stories
Rosemary Wells
Mary Breckinridge faced icy rivers and steep Appalachian trails to bring medicine to families in need. This is the true
Ages 8–12
Annie Rossi #2
Letters to Leo
Amy Hest
Annie Rossi pours her heart into letters to her new puppy, sharing the ups and downs of fourth grade while holding onto
Ages 7–10
March #1
March: Book One
John Lewis, Andrew Aydin
Congressman John Lewis recounts his journey from an Alabama farm to the front lines of the civil rights movement in this
Ages 12–18
Stargirl #2
Love, Stargirl
Jerry Spinelli
Stargirl writes the world's longest letter to Leo, reflecting on her new life away from Mica and the bittersweet memorie
Ages 12–17
All This Time
Mikki Daughtry, Rachael Lippincott
After a devastating car crash leaves Kyle alone and grieving, he finds an unexpected connection with Marley as they try
Ages 12–18
Sunfire #15
Kathleen
Candice F. Ransom
After surviving a famine and a harrowing sea voyage, Kathleen begins a new life as a maid in Boston where an unexpected
Ages 12–18
The Tiny Seed
Eric Carle
Vibrant collage art shows the seasons passing as one small, resilient seed travels across the world to find the right pl
Ages 3–7
Who Was?
Who Was Helen Keller?
Gare Thompson
Travel through the life of Helen Keller to see how she learned to communicate and share her story with the world.
Ages 7–11
Big Plans
Bob Shea
A determined boy with a lucky hat and a mynah bird sidekick plots his path from the classroom corner to the mayor's offi
Ages 4–8
Owen & Mzee #1
The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship
Isabella Hatkoff, Craig Hatkoff, Paula Kahumbu
An orphaned hippopotamus finds an unlikely protector and lifelong companion in a 130-year-old tortoise following a devas
Ages 4–8
The Memory Coat
Elvira Woodruff
Anxious hope fills two cousins as they leave their Russian village for America, clinging to family and a tattered coat d
Ages 6–10
