Anything I Want?
Jun 2027 · Rodale Kids
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From Harvard psychologist and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Daniel Gilbert comes a vibrantly illustrated children's story about a girl who can wish for ANYTHING she wants on her birthday...only to discover that chocolate and carousels have nothing on kindness, connection, and generosity!
Today is a very special day for Winona—it's her birthday! And on her birthday, her grandfather says she can have anything she wants. Really, truly, absolooly ANYTHING.
With so many options, it's hard for Winona to pick what will really make her happy on this special day.
As she imagines stuffing her face with chocolate and riding the carousel round and round, she realizes that pleasures don’t last long and fun gets old fast.
In this insightful story from Harvard psychologist Dr. Daniel Gilbert, complete with gorgeous visuals, kids will learn that the best things in life are those we do for and with the people we love.
Today is a very special day for Winona—it's her birthday! And on her birthday, her grandfather says she can have anything she wants. Really, truly, absolooly ANYTHING.
With so many options, it's hard for Winona to pick what will really make her happy on this special day.
As she imagines stuffing her face with chocolate and riding the carousel round and round, she realizes that pleasures don’t last long and fun gets old fast.
In this insightful story from Harvard psychologist Dr. Daniel Gilbert, complete with gorgeous visuals, kids will learn that the best things in life are those we do for and with the people we love.
From Harvard psychologist and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Daniel Gilbert comes a vibrantly illustrated children's story about a girl who can wish for ANYTHING she wants on her birthday...only to discover that chocolate and carousels have nothing on kindness, connection, and generosity!
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Daniel Gilbert is the Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology at Harvard University. He has won numerous awards for his teaching and research including psychology’s highest honor: The William James Award for “a lifetime of significant intellectual contributions to the basic science of psychology.” His popular book, Stumbling on Happiness, spent 6 months on the New York Times bestseller list and has been translated into more than 40 languages. He hosted and co-wrote the award-winning PBS television series This Emotional Life, and his TED talks have been viewed more than 30 million times.
Alea Marley is a NYT bestselling illustrator who was born in England yet her heart lies where her roots began, in Barbados. Drawing inspiration from the tiny island, everyday life and her imagination, she blends digital with traditional, creating pieces that are a playful exploration of the world around her.
Alea Marley is a NYT bestselling illustrator who was born in England yet her heart lies where her roots began, in Barbados. Drawing inspiration from the tiny island, everyday life and her imagination, she blends digital with traditional, creating pieces that are a playful exploration of the world around her.
Daniel Gilbert is the Edgar Pierce Professor of Psychology at Harvard University. He has won numerous awards for his teaching and research including psychology’s highest honor: The William James Award for “a lifetime of significant intellectual contributions to the basic science of psychology.” H...
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