The Wonderful Things You Will Be

by Emily Winfield Martin

First published 2015

A parent looks at their child and sees endless possibilities stretching ahead. The child might grow up brave and bold, or perhaps creative and clever. Each page reveals different paths the young one could take, different qualities they might develop, different ways they might touch the world. Through rhythmic verses, the parent's voice celebrates every potential future, from quiet moments of kindness to bursts of adventurous spirit. The words flow like a gentle conversation between parent and child, acknowledging that growing up means becoming whoever feels most true. Beautiful illustrations accompany each possibility, building to a special gatefold that opens wide at the book's end. This story captures the pure love parents feel when they imagine all the wonderful directions their children might go, offering reassurance that they will be cherished no matter which path they choose.

Genres: family-life, contemporary, picture-books

Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical, whimsical

Tropes: found-family, reassurance

36 pages · Hardcover · Random House Books for Young Readers

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