Most Popular Books by Kobi Yamada

You are more amazing than you even know. New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada has written a story about the unbound potential you hold inside. With striking, realistic illustrations, it''s a reminder that you were meant for incredible things. And maybe, just maybe, you will exceed your wildest dreams.

The New York Times bestselling picture book What Do You Do With An Idea? has sold millions of copies and now has been artfully reimagined for a 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition! With imaginative, enchanting illustrations and poignant words that will stir the heart, this book will spark your creativity and remind us all of the power and reach of a new idea. This 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition includes: - New and beautifully updated foiled cover art - A special note from author Kobi Yamada on the creation of What Do You Do With an Idea? - New introductory illustrations from artist Mae Besom - New end paper designs What do you do with an idea? Especially an idea that''s different, or daring, or just a little wild? Do you hide it? Walk away from it? Do you pretend it isn''t yours? This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child''s confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. Written by New York Times bestselling author, Kobi Yamada, this is a story for anyone, at any age, who''s ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult. It''s a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next. Because your idea isn''t going anywhere. In fact, it''s just getting started.

This is a story about noticing the little things, the grand big things, the imaginary, and sometimes, hidden things. It is about embracing what''s possible. And that the incredible is everywhere, and in everything--waiting to be known, discovered, recognized. This beautiful tale by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada and illustrator Elise Hurst encourages readers of all ages to slow down and look at the world with their hearts--to use their imagination to expand their vision. A companion to the beloved children''s book Trying, Noticing follows a young girl and an accomplished painter as they learn to observe the beauty and magic in each day. It''s a story that will encourage you to pay attention, to make new discoveries, and to explore the unknown. And it''s also an invitation to look within, to your own hopes and dreams, and perhaps to discover even more.

The award-winning creators of The New York Times best sellers What Do You Do With an Idea? and What Do You Do With a Problem? return with a captivating story about a child who isn''t sure what to make of a chance encounter and then discovers that when you have courage, take chances, and say yes to new experiences, amazing things can happen. In this story, a child is visited by his first chance and unsure what to do with it, he lets it go. Later on, when a new chance arrives he reaches for it, but this time he misses and falls. Embarrassed and afraid, he begins ignoring each new chance that comes by, even though he still wants to take them. Then one day he realizes that he doesn''t need to be brave all the time, just at the right time, to find out what amazing things can happen when he takes a chance… The final addition to the award-winning What Do You Do With...? picture book series created by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada and illustrator by Mae Besom, What Do You Do With a Chance? inspires kids of all ages and parents alike to find the courage to go for the opportunities that come their way. Because you never know when a chance, once taken, might be the one to change everything.

How will you know what''s possible if you don''t try? This is a story for anyone who has ever felt like a beginner, or had doubts, or worried they weren''t good enough. It''s a story for those who have experienced the pain of trying something new and not having it turn out as they had hoped. So, in many ways, it is a sotry for every one of us. Because at some point in our lives, we will all fail. Failure can be disappointing, and even heartbreaking, but the story doesn''t end there. Because failure has so much to offer. It''s a necessary step to learning, to growing, to getting better. It can show us how badly we want something--and how hard we are willing to get it. It challenges us to be brave, to take heart, and to try again. And yes, there will be times when you''ll question yourself. You may want to give up. But if you believe--if you practice and press on--you can do amazing things.

Dad''s care, guidance, and love have meant everything and more. This is a celebration of who Dad is--and all the ways your world is a better place because he is in it. Written by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada, this heartwarming gift book pairs hand-drawn illustrations and thoughtful sentiments to share gratitude and let Dad know how much his presence means. It''s an honoring gift for Father''s Day, a birthday, or just because.

This is the story of a persistent problem and the child who isn''t so sure what to make of it. The longer the problem is avoided, the bigger it seems to get. But when the child finally musters up the courage to face it, the problem turns out to be something quite different than it appeared. What Do You Do With a Problem? is a story for anyone, at any age, who has ever had a problem that they wished would go away. It''s a story to inspire you to look closely at that problem and to find out why it''s here. Because you might discover something amazing about your problem... and yourself.

A new line of quotation books that combine great style with great content at a fabulous price. Perfect for people of all walks of life. These inspiring books will make fantastic gifts for friends, family, customers and coworkers. A terrific value! Kobi Yamada is President and CEO of Compendium, Inc., a leading Strategic Communications company who consults high-profile organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and professional sports teams.

Here''s to You! is a wonderful way to honor and appreciate the loved ones in your life. Each page will feature a statement celebrating a different characteristics - Here''s to your courage!

A colorful celebration of teachers everywhere.

A new line of quotation books that combine great style with great content at a fabulous price. Perfect for people of all walks of life. These inspiring books will make fantastic gifts for friends, family, customers and coworkers. A terrific value! Kobi Yamada is President and CEO of Compendium, Inc., a leading Strategic Communications company who consults high-profile organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and professional sports teams.

Mom''s love and support have shaped your world and who you are within it. This is a celebration of the difference she makes every day. Written by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada, this endearing gift book combines adorable hand-drawn illustrations and sweet sentiments to thank Mom for her open arms and open heart. It''s an honoring gift for Mother''s Day, a birthday, or just because.

A new line of quotation books that combine great style with great content at a fabulous price. Perfect for people of all walks of life. These inspiring books will make fantastic gifts for friends, family, customers and coworkers. A terrific value! Kobi Yamada is President and CEO of Compendium, Inc., a leading Strategic Communications company who consults high-profile organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and professional sports teams.

What if life is even more miraculous than you''ve imagined? Why not find out for yourself? The words in this enchanting children''s book are here to cheer you on--to encourage you to be brave, live with your whole heart, and become whoever you want to be. They''re here to invigorate you to do something you love, something you believe in. Written by New York Times bestselling author Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Gabriella Barouch, this sequel to the beloved book Maybe is an invitation to embrace big possibilities. Because someone is going to set out on a bold adventure. Someone is going to step up to the challenge. Someone is going to change things for the better. Why not you? The photorealistic illustrations in this magical book create an empowering gift for readers of all ages, whether a little one imagining their future or a graduate excited about the journey ahead. Features a hardcover with a dust jacket and gold foil stamping.

What is muchness? And how do you find it? Muchness is the full-hearted abundance of hope, joy, and imagination that each of us has when we come into this world. Over time, as we take on more responsibilities and worries, our doubts and fears have a way of growing with us. And because of this, we can lose much of our muchness. This little book is about finding it again. Written by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada, Finding Muchness follows the adventures of an adorable duckling on a journey to living a heart-led life. It''s a tale full of wisdom and wonder and timeless invitations to live bravely, care deeply, and get the most out of every one of your moments. Gift this beautiful book to celebrate a birthday, graduation, new venture, retirement, or life transition. Its delightful life lessons are sure to resonate with anyone ages 99 and under.

Look closely. The extraordinary is hidden in the ordinary. It is in the appreciation of something that we really begin to see it. From New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada comes an all-ages tale about the transformative power of gratitude. Through the adorable illustrated adventures of a cuddly bear cub, Feeling Grateful illuminates life''s awe-inspiring wonders, both big and small. Each page is an invitation to slow down, look around, and delight in the world''s simple, sacred moments. Enjoy Feeling Grateful alongside its companion gift book, Finding Muchness. This illustrated book for adults is a heartwarming gift to celebrate a birthday or show appreciation to a friend. It features a debossed hardcover.

What happens when something truly miraculous shows up in your life? Do you recognize it? Do you appreciate it? Do you see it for what it really is? This is a story of a child and a curious little candy dish that holds a special treat every day. But it comes with its fair share of frustrations too. Written by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada, it is a story for readers of all ages about finding wonder in simple delights. And it is an invitation to savor each moment and discover gratitude for the gift of a brand-new day.

"Your dreams are counting on you. Your future is asking you to believe, to be brave, to make it happen. The most important part of realizing a dream will always be the dreamer." From the New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Do With an Idea? comes an all-ages picture book to awaken the dreamer in all of us. It''s about the magical way dreams create opportunities, stretch our horizons, and give us a glimpse into our own potential. Featuring adorable illustrations of a loveable raccoon character, each spread holds empowering nuggets of wisdom--and beautiful encouragement to be brave, risk failure, and chase all you hope for. Discover the companion books Finding Muchness and Feeling Grateful.

Pour tous les enfants de 99 ans et moins. Qu''est-ce que la joie ? La joie est l''abondance pleine d''espoir et d''imagination que chacun de nous a quand nous venons au monde. Au fil du temps, à mesure que nous assumons plus de responsabilités et de soucis, nos doutes et nos peurs ont tendance à grandir avec nous. Et à cause de cela, nous pouvons perdre notre joie. Ce petit livre vous aide à la retrouver.

L''amour et le soutien d’une maman façonne le monde et la personne que chacun est. C''est une fête, à la différence qu''elle a lieu chaque jour. Écrit par l''auteur à succès du New York Times, Kobi Yamada, ce livre-cadeau attachant combine d''adorables illustrations dessinées à la main et de doux sentiments pour remercier votre maman de son amour et de ses câlins. C''est un cadeau qui rend hommage à toutes les mamans, pour la fête des mères, un anniversaire ou tout simplement pour dire merci.

Personne n''oublie jamais la maîtresse qui a changé sa vie. Que serions-nous sans ces enseignantes si précieuses qui nous ont inspirés, soutenus et encouragés ? Ce livre est dédié à toutes les maîtresses, enseignantes, professeures et mentores. Merci du fond du cœur

A quoi servent les problèmes ? Ils nous bousculent, nous façonnent, nous élèvent et nous aident à découvrir la force, le courage et les capacités que nous portons en nous. même si nous n''avons pas toujours envie d''y faire face, ils ont le pouvoir de nous transformer de façon innatendue. Cette histoire s''adresse à tous ceux, grands ou petits, qui, un jour, ont eu un problme qui ne voulait pas s''en aller. C''est une histoire qui nous invite à observer ce problème avec attention et à comprendre pourquoi il est là. Parce que nous allons peut-être découvrir quelque chose de formidable sur lui...et sur nous. Alors, que vas-tu faire de ton problème ? Tout dépend de toi.

This book is a great way to mobilize the spirit of any company or community.

Les soins, les conseils et l''amour d''un papa signifie tout et plus encore. C''est une célébration de ce qu''est un papa - et de toutes les façons dont le monde est un endroit meilleur car un papa en fait partie. Écrit par l''auteur à succès du New York Times, Kobi Yamada, ce livre-cadeau réconfortant associe des illustrations dessinées à la main et des sentiments réfléchis pour partager la gratitude et faire savoir à tous les papas à quel point leurs présences comptent. Il s''agit d''un cadeau qui rend hommage à tous les papas, pour la fête des pères, un anniversaire ou tout simplement pour dire merci.

Cette histoire révèle tous les talents qui sommeillent en toi. Apprends à te connaître, rêve et laisse la vie te surprendre. Alors, peut-être, dépasseras-tu tes rêves les plus fous...

Você é o único você que já existiu e que existirá. Você é único. A probabilidade de você estar aqui neste exato local e neste exato momento é tão maravilhosa e tão escassa que não se repetirá nunca mais. Esta história trata de tudo o que você vai fazer e do que poderia ser. É para quem você é agora mesmo e trata de todo o potencial mágico e ilimitado que você tem dentro de si.

Pour tous les enfants de 99 ans et moins. Qu’est-ce que l’émerveillement ?C’est se sentir reconnaissant pour toutes les petites choses de la vie. Lorsqu’on fait preuve de gratitude, une énergie nouvelle et puissante se déploie : l’émerveillement. C’est une manière d’être, de prêter attention aux autres, c’est une façon de vivre. Et quand on se montre reconnaissant, on trouve toujours d’autres raisons de s’émerveiller.

O que você faz com um problema?Especialmente com um que persegue você e que parece não querer ir embora?Você se preocupa com ele? Você o ignora?Você corre e se esconde dele?Esta é a história de um problema persistente e da criança que não tem tanta certeza do que fazer com ele.Quanto mais evita o problema, maior ele parece ficar.Mas quando a criança finalmente toma coragem para confrontá-lo, o problema acaba se mostrando algo bem diferente do que era esperado.Esta é uma história para qualquer pessoa, em qualquer idade, que já teve um problema e que quis que ele desaparecesse. É uma história para inspirar você a olhar cuidadosamente para aquele problema e descobrir por que ele está aqui.Porque você pode descobrir algo surpreendente sobre o seu problema... e sobre você mesmo.

Quels sont tes rêves ? Et que fais-tu pour les réaliser ? Lorsque nous mettons tout en oeuvre pour accomplir un rêve,nous sommes récompensés. Nos rêves sont le reflet de nos talents,de ce que nous portons en nous. Ils créent des occasions, élargissentle champ des possibles et nous révèlent tout notre potentiel. Ils nouspoussent à être audacieux, à prendre le risque d’échouer, à dépassernos limites. Ils nous offrent la possibilité de nous investir dansce en quoi nous croyons, de construire la vie dont nous avons envieet de nous battre pour ce qui nous tient à coeur.

Voici l’histoire d’une idée brillante et d’un enfant qui lui permet de prendre vie. L’idée grandit au fur et à mesure que l’enfant prend confiance. Et un jour, il se produit quelque chose d’incroyable. Cette histoire s’adresse à tous ceux, grands ou petits, qui, un jour, ont eu une idée en apparence trop ambitieuse, trop originale ou trop complexe. Cette histoire les invite à accueillir cette idée, à lui laisser de l’espace et à attendre qu’elle porte ses fruits. Parce que cette idée ne va pas s’en aller. Au contraire, elle va ouvrir un chemin. Et toi, que vas-tu faire avec ton idée ? Surtout s’il s’agit d’une idée différente, audacieuse ou peut-être juste un peu folle ? Vas-tu la cacher ? T’en détourner ? Faire comme si tu ne l’avais jamais eue ? Alors, que va devenir ton idée ? Tout dépend de toi.

"This luscious gift book is a perfect reminder that beauty is all around us. All we have to do is notice it, enjoy it, and appreciate it. So go ahead and let yourself experience the magical, generous, and serendipitous parts of your life. Give thanks for everyday moments. Allow the world to open your heart with its beauty. Fall in love with being alive. Let your dreams come out and play. Everything happens only once, so take in all you can and don''t miss a single beautiful thing. Featuring the voices of Maya Angelou, Roald Dahl, Rumi, Eric Roth, Thch Nht Hnh, and more, this bright, lovely quote book offers so many messages to remind us to show appreciation for the beauty that''s all around us. All we have to do is notice it. Quotes include: Happiness is available. Please help yourself to it. Thch Nht Hnh Always leave room in your life to do something that makes you happy, satisfied, or even joyous. Paul Hawken The whole world is a series of miracles¦¦ but we''re so used to the

Bursting with color, free-spirited and energetic, this gift book celebrates living fully, being inspired and embracing possibilities.

The start to a better world, or a better job, or a better relationship, or a better future is our belief that it is possible. The quotations in this remarkable gift book are so inspiring and affirming, especially in these difficult times. They remind us that the future really does belong to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Give this book with confidence for almost any occasion. Remind your friends, family or loved ones to believe in their dreams]]to believe that the best is yet to be]]to believe there''s light at the end of the tunnel]]to believe that they might be that light for someone else.

Who is she? She is someone who is simply extraordinary. She touches hearts and minds as she goes about her daily lifesometimes not even knowing the difference she makes.

This little book is full of thoughts on faith, miracles, spirituality, and overcoming adversity.

This little book is full of thoughts on relaxing, simplifying, slowing down, and balance.