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Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism
Hope & Optimism Books for Kids | Wonderlit
6,575 books about hope & optimism
0–3 yrs
691 books
4–7 yrs
2479 books
8–11 yrs
2045 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Runaway
Wendelin Van Draanen
Twelve-year-old Holly hops trains and sleeps in parks to escape the foster system, documenting her journey toward healin
Ages 12–17
When Jessie Came Across the Sea
Amy Hest
Leaving her grandmother and her tiny village behind is heartbreaking, but a brave young girl sets sail for a brand-new l
Ages 6–10
Misty the Cloud #1
A Very Stormy Day
Dylan Dreyer, Alan Katz
Misty the Cloud is having a grumpy, stormy day, but she learns that even the biggest emotional thundershowers will event
Ages 3–7
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1042 books
The African-American Experience #3
Nobody Gonna Turn Me 'Round: Stories and Songs of the Civil Rights Movement
Doreen Rappaport
Courageous individuals use the power of ancestral songs and unwavering strength to transform America during the civil ri
Ages 9–12
American Girl: Kit Kittredge #1
Meet Kit
Valerie Tripp
For the child navigating a big change in their family's lifestyle or financial security. Kit finds creative ways to help
Ages 8–12
Cinderella
Grzegorz Michalski
Breathtaking, painterly illustrations bring this classic fairy tale to life. Experience the magic of the Fairy Godmother
Ages 4–9
Born and Reborn #1
Rebis
Irene Marchesini
Shunned by his village, a boy with paper-white skin finds a new life and hidden magic when he flees into the woods to jo
Ages 10–16
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
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 Graphic Novels #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
