Author Profile
Kobi Yamada
3 Books
Kobi Yamada is a New York Times best-selling author widely recognized for his inspiring and thought-provoking children's picture books. He is the creator of the celebrated "What Do You Do With..." series, whose works encourage readers of all ages to explore their potential, embrace challenges, and cultivate creativity. In addition to his writing, Yamada serves as the president of Compendium, a company dedicated to producing uplifting gifts and literature.
Books in "What Do You Do...?"
Taking a chance can feel scary, especially when you are afraid of failing. When a new opportunity comes your way, you might want to ignore it or hide. This is a story about a child who faces that exact fear. You will see what happens when you finally decide to be a little brave at just the right time. Instead of letting doubts hold you back, you can learn to step forward and embrace the unknown. The journey shows you that taking a risk is the only way to find out what is truly possible. Even if you fall, you will discover the strength to try again. This beautiful tale encourages you to grab hold of the chances that come into your life, because they might just lead you to something entirely amazing.
6-8 Years
Have you ever had a brand-new idea and wondered what to do with it? At first, it might seem a little strange or fragile. You might even want to hide it away or pretend it does not belong to you. But what happens if you choose to welcome it instead? This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, the idea begins to grow right along with it. Soon, it becomes something much bigger and more wonderful than anyone could have ever imagined. With beautiful illustrations and a gentle, inspiring message, this story is perfect for anyone who has ever had an idea that seemed too big, too odd, or too difficult. It shows you that with a little bit of care and courage, your very own idea might just have the power to change the world.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
A persistent problem is following you around, and it simply will not go away. You might want to worry about it, ignore it, or even run and hide from it. This story follows a child who tries to avoid a growing problem, only to realize that ignoring it makes things worse. But when you finally muster up the courage to face what scares you, you might discover that your problem is actually a lesson in disguise. Problems are here to challenge you, shape you, and push you to become stronger. Even though nobody wants to deal with difficulties, they have a way of bringing unexpected gifts. This encouraging tale shows you that you are incredibly brave and capable, and it inspires you to look closely at your challenges to see what they can teach you.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
