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Books by Kobi Yamada | Wonderlit

Books by Kobi Yamada

4 books · Ages 4–18

Known for the What Do You Do With...? and Compendium of Caring series, Kobi Yamada writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, curiosity & wonder, art & creativity.

Series

What Do You Do with an Idea?

What Do You Do With...?

1 book · Ages 5–8

Caring

Compendium of Caring

1 book · Ages 12–18

Standalone Books

Cover of Because I Had a Teacher

Because I Had a Teacher

Celebrate the mentors who help children see their own potential. A gentle, poetic tribute to the teachers and coaches wh

Cover of Why Not?: A Story about Discovering Our Bright Possibilities

Why Not?: A Story about Discovering Our Bright Possibilities

For the child hesitant to try something new or struggling with the fear of failure. This poetic story helps little ones

By Age Range

Because I Had a Teacher

What Do You Do with an Idea?

Why Not?: A Story about Discovering Our Bright Possibilities

Because I Had a Teacher

What Do You Do with an Idea?

Why Not?: A Story about Discovering Our Bright Possibilities

Caring

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & Identity Curiosity & Wonder Art & Creativity Discovering a Talent Starting a New Activity Nature & Outdoors Gratitude & Appreciation Hope & Optimism

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