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Creating Powerful Children’s Book Characters: A Comprehensive Guide

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Character agency—the ability of protagonists to make meaningful choices that drive the story forward—transforms children’s books from simple entertainment into powerful developmental tools. When young readers see characters their own age solving problems through their own decisions, they absorb crucial lessons about their own potential. The most memorable children’s book characters don’t just have things happen to them; they actively shape their stories through choices that feel both authentic and empowering.

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