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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+
Dick Whittington and His Cat
Marcia Brown
A poor boy in medieval England ventures to the city with nothing but a cat, only to find his fortune and rise to become
Ages 5–9
You CAN Do It!
Dee Smith
For the child who feels hesitant to try new things or gets frustrated when learning, these gentle rhyming affirmations b
Ages 3–7
On the First Day #1
On the First Day of Kindergarten
Tish Rabe
From the first bus ride to making new friends, follow along as twelve exciting milestones mark the very beginning of a k
Ages 3–6
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Joobi The Healing Alien Meets Sad Noah
L M Pearce
For the child who is feeling blue and doesn't know how to express it. This gentle story introduces Joobi, an alien who m
Ages 3–7
Homeland: My Father Dreams of Palestine
Hannah Moushabeck
For the child curious about their family's roots and the power of memory to keep a distant homeland alive through bedtim
Ages 3–8
Fire Escape: How Animals and Plants Survive Wildfires
Jessica Stremer
From fire-detecting beetles to parachute-dropping goats, see how the natural world uses clever survival tactics to stay
Ages 8–12
A Green Wishbone
Ruth Tomalin
For the child longing for a pet of their own while adjusting to a new home, this story explores the magic of discovering
Ages 8–11
I Survived Graphic Novels #8
The Great Chicago Fire, 1871
Lauren Tarshis
Oscar Starling struggles to adjust to the smog of Chicago just as a ferocious blaze begins to devour the city in this hi
Ages 8–12
Rootless #1
Rootless
Chris Howard
In a wasteland where real trees are extinct, Banyan builds metal forests while searching for his father and the fabled l
Ages 14–18
Civil Rights Leaders
Peaceful Leader: Martin Luther King Jr.
Bruce Bednarchuk
The inspiring story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his peaceful mission for equality comes to life through rhythmic s
Ages 5–8
Double Happiness
Nancy Tupper Ling
Life is full of big transitions, but the warmth of family and a few special treasures can provide the strength needed to
Ages 4–8
A Heart for Christmas
Sophie Jomain
April is spending a mountain Christmas learning to trust her new heart after a transplant, just as a face from her past
Ages 13–18
Mr. Posey's New Glasses
Ted Kooser
For the child who needs a reminder that a simple shift in focus can turn a dull, gray day into a bright and magical adve
Ages 4–8
Amanda Gorman
Jehan Jones-Radgowski
For the child who struggles with a speech impediment or feels their voice is too small, this biography of Amanda Gorman
Ages 7–10
An Ellis Island Christmas
Maxinne Rhea Leighton
After a stormy journey across the ocean from Poland, Krysia reaches the bustling halls of Ellis Island just in time for
Ages 4–8
Malala: My Story of Standing Up for Girls' Rights
Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai shares her powerful journey of bravery and her fight for every girl's right to go to school.
Ages 8–12
Today Is for You!
Sally Lloyd-Jones
For the child who needs a morning boost, this rhythmic celebration of a new day captures the magic of play and the secur
Ages 2–5
Christmas: The King James Version
Jan Pienkowski
For families seeking a reverent and visually stunning way to share the traditional Nativity story through classic script
Ages 4–12
Work with What You Got
Zion Clark, James S. Hirsch
Born without legs and bounced through foster care, Zion Clark relies on a warrior spirit and pure determination to becom
Ages 10–18
That's Life!
Ame Dyckman
For the child struggling with disappointment or unexpected changes, this story personifies 'Life' to show that while thi
Ages 4–8
The Adventures of Tintin #20
Tintin in Tibet
Hergé
High in the snowy peaks of the Himalayas, Tintin risks everything on a dangerous trek to find his lost friend Tchang aga
Ages 8–12
Let's Talk About Climate Change
Save the Climate
Jennifer Szymanski
For the curious child asking why the weather is changing, this clear guide explains the science of our planet and how sm
Ages 7–9
Now Is the Time for Running
Michael Williams
Deo and his brother Innocent flee their village in Zimbabwe with only a soccer ball, seeking hope and safety amidst a ha
Ages 12–17
Bluebird Summer
Deborah Hopkinson
For children processing the loss of a grandparent, this story shows how nurturing a garden and caring for wildlife can h
Ages 4–8
