Hope is more than a feeling — it can change the world! Discover how new science and ancient knowledge can help us face an uncertain world. All over the world, kids are struggling with grief, anxiety and fear about the climate crisis, war, and a future that seems out of their control. Sometimes it’s hard to have hope – but hope may be the one thing that can change the world! Modern researchers – called Hope Theorists – are helping us to understand that we can use hope to improve our own lives and those of our neighbors, friends and even the planet. The Story and Science of Hope is an illustrated nonfiction book for middlegrade readers that weaves together ancient history with surprising new scientific research showing hope is more than a feeling — it’s essential for our wellbeing. People who are high in hope are happier and healthier, they live longer, do better in school and have stronger friendships. Learn the history of hope, how it can be measured, learned and practiced — even whe