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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. Written by New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada, this captivating book celebrates the way failure is the just the beginning of the journey. With alluring black-and-white illustrations and a powerful message, this beautiful tale is about how failure has so much to offer--lessons that help us learn, grow, and discover all the amazing things we can do.

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"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. A follow-up title to the book Finding Muchness, this new illustrated book for adults illuminates life's awe-inspiring wonders through the adventures of a cuddly bear cub. Each page is an invitation to slow down, look around, and delight in the world's simple, sacred moments. With its magical simplicity, Feeling Grateful is a beautiful gift filled with wisdom to enjoy again and again.

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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-winningWhat Do You Do With?picture book series created byNew York Timesbest-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.

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"Discover the amazing things that happen when you nurture your bright ideas, face your problems, and take bold chances. This collection features all three books in the award-winning, New York Times best-selling What Do You Do With...? book series. The beautiful keepsake box features new and original illustrations from Mae Besom with gold foil and imagery from all three books. This keepsake boxed set includes the three-book series: What Do You Do With an Idea?, What Do You Do With a Problem?, and What Do You Do With a Chance? This special edition box includes gorgeous, new, and original illustrations by Mae Besom and features foil accents and imagery from all three books"

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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.

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From the same author and illustrator as the #1 nationally best-sellingWhat Do You Do With an Idea? comes a new book to encourage you to look closely at problems and discover the possibilities they can hold. 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.

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A New York Times Best Seller and award-winning book, What Do You Do With an Idea? is for anyone who's ever had a big idea. 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. 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.

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"Over the next five years, what do you really want to do? Who do you really want to be? What do you really want to have? Where do you really want to go? This book celebrates the want tos, the choose tos, and the I cant wait tos in your life. Whether youre just finishing school, starting a new venture, celebrating a milestone, or envisioning your retirement, youll find inspiration for creating your future with intention. Filled with quotes from todays leaders, thought-provoking activities, and real-life examples, this imaginative book offers fuel for embracing the possibilities in front of you. A meaningful gift for graduates, recent retirees, entrepreneurs, or anyone ready to start a new venture."

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