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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,260 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
669 books
4–7 yrs
2383 books
8–11 yrs
1950 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Warrior wars: A tale of the heart, christian fiction for women, young adult fiction
Natalia Venter
For the young woman seeking to understand her purpose while navigating the complexities of modern dating and the quiet w
Ages 13–18
Opus
A Wish for Wings That Work
Berkeley Breathed
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the mold, this winter tale celebrates finding your own unique strength
Ages 4–8
The Power of Yeti #1
The Power of Yeti
Rebecca Van Slyke
A friendly Yeti teaches a frustrated boy that while he can't tie his shoes or score a goal today, he just hasn't mastere
Ages 3–7
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970 books
Wherever Nina Lies
Lynn Weingarten
Two years after her sister vanished without a trace, sixteen-year-old Ellie follows a trail of cryptic clues on a desper
Ages 12–18
Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix #2
Karen's Roller Skates
Ann M. Martin
A weekend of roller skating tricks ends in a hospital trip for Karen, who is now on a determined mission to get a famous
Ages 7–10
The Paper Crane
Molly Bang
A magical paper crane comes to life and dances to thank a kind restaurant owner in this beautifully illustrated story ab
Ages 4–8
Home That Means the World, A
Victoria Turnbull
For the child feeling adrift after a big move. This gentle story uses a touch of magic to help little ones process the s
Ages 3–6
Mindful MIA #2
Tomorrow Is Near But Today Is Here
Asaf Rozanes
For the child who is always looking ahead to the next big thing and needs a gentle reminder to enjoy the wonders of righ
Ages 3–7
Tale of the Whale, The
Karen Swann
For the child who loves the ocean but is starting to notice litter on the beach, this lyrical journey turns wonder into
Ages 3–7
Little Land
Diana Sudyka
For the child curious about how the world changes over time, this lyrical journey explores the resilience of nature and
Ages 4–8
Black American Series
Lena Horne: Singer & Actress
Brett Howard
For the child who loves to sing and needs to see how talent and courage can break down barriers in a world that isn't al
Ages 7–10
Finding Langston #1
Finding Langston
Lesa Cline-Ransome
Lonely and bullied after moving to Chicago, eleven-year-old Langston finds a home in the public library—a sanctuary that
Ages 8–12
The Trouble with Cauliflower
Jane Sutton
Friendship and a change in perspective help turn a string of unlucky days around in this charmingly illustrated tale abo
Ages 4–8
One Nosy Pup #2
The Santa Secret
Carol Wallace
A little girl and her trusty bloodhound work together to ensure her secret Christmas wish reaches Santa.
Ages 5–8
Encounter: Narrative Nonfiction Picture Books
Hedy's Journey
Michelle Bisson
For children processing the concept of safety and displacement, this true story of a teen's solo escape from the Holocau
Ages 8–12
Mutt Dog!
Stephen Michael King
A lonely stray dog’s life changes forever when he meets a kind woman working at a shelter and finally finds a place to b
Ages 4–8
History Comics #10
The Great Depression: From Hard Times to the New Deal
Tim Stout
Gritty survival and community spirit define this look at life during the 1929 stock market crash, from breadlines to the
Ages 9–13
Once Upon America
Beautiful Land
Nancy Antle
Twelve-year-old Annie Mae races across the Oklahoma Territory with her family to claim a new home and a fresh start afte
Ages 7–10
In the Shadow of the Pali
Lisa Cindrich
Sent into exile due to leprosy, a young girl discovers that even in the darkest shadows of the Pali, there is room for h
Ages 11–16
Freedom Ship
Doreen Rappaport
For children discovering the weight of history and the power of courage. This suspenseful true story follows a family's
Ages 6–10
Usborne Lift-the-Flap
Looking After Our Planet
Katie Daynes
The Earth is perfectly balanced for life, but modern habits are putting it at risk; learn how protecting forests and oce
Ages 5–9
Noah's Garden
Mo Johnson
For children processing the stress of a family medical crisis, this gentle story shows how imagination can provide a san
Ages 4–8
The Circles in the Sky #1
The Circles in the Sky
Karl James Mountford
When Fox finds a bird that will not move or sing, a small moth helps him understand how life and light are reflected in
Ages 4–8
The Legend of the Bluebonnet
Tomie dePaola
This beloved Comanche legend tells the story of a young girl whose selfless act brought the beautiful bluebonnets to the
Ages 4–9
