#douglas abrams

For Kids:

Big Ideas for Curious Minds: An Introduction to Philosophy by The School of Life

I loved this book. It gives readers information on philosophy in simple terms and easy to understand examples. There is also information on the philosophers of the world at the end of each chapter.

Chapters include topics like: When Someone is Angry, Maybe it's Not You Who is Responsible; Politeness Matters; Why You Feel Lonely; and What's Fair?

This book allows children to realize why adults and themselves act the way they do and gives them advice on how to handle difficult situations.

For Teens:

Punching Bag by Rex Ogle

All of Rex Ogle's books about his life growing up are heart-wrenching and difficult to read due to the subject matter, but they are highly important books for people of all ages to read. His honesty and rawness about his life story shines light on the struggles that children and teenagers may be facing at home without even knowing. Ogle's book Free Lunch is a must-read as well.

For Adults:

The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times by Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams

Jane Goodall's advice about the future of our world in this book is inspiring and uplifting. She makes it seem like all is not lost in the world and we still have a chance to make the world a better and healthier place to live.

I particularly enjoyed her words on the resiliency of nature and the power of the young people in our world. I highly recommend this book!