What Do You Do With An Idea?

Written by Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Mae Bessom (Compendium Publishing & Communications)

Age 5-9  / Grades 1-4

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.

Perfct for inspiring creative thinking and self belief.  Your idea matters, because it’s yours and what you do with it is up to you!

• “Once in a while, a picture book comes along and challenges every reader to recalibrate their expectations on what a picture book can deliver and accomplish. The books in this category contain creativity, mindfulness, complexity, masterful illustrations, and arresting inspiration. What Do You Do With An Idea? by Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Mae Besom, is one such picture book.”—The Children’s Book Review

About the author

Yobi Kamada is a prolific author of best selling books which have been translated into more than 30 languages, inviting readers of all ages to catch glimpses of their own endless possibilities. Filled with lessons on believing in big ideas, taking chances, confronting fears, embracing failure, and experiencing wonder, his collection offers life lessons you can return to again and again. 

Yamada’s love for nature often finds its way into his books. When he’s not writing, he enjoys traveling, cooking, cuddling cats, and playing with the dog. Yamada feels lucky to share his life with his wife and two children. He is also President of Compendium Live Inspired publishing house which specialises in gift books, guest books, children’s books, notebooks and journals, greeting cards, boxed note cards, social stationery, and pop-open cards.

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