I Wish for You - by David Wax

About the Book

"What do you wish for your child? Do you wish for them to be kind? To be strong? To be courageous? I Wish for You explores the characteristics and values we hope our children will adopt, and how they can be learned from the wondrous creatures on this planet. From the courage of a lion to the strength of a bear to the kindness of a panda, the natural world has so much to show and teach us"--Publisher marketing

Book Synopsis

A moving and beautiful keepsake book for fans of On the Night You Were Born.

I wish for you, my little one...

What do you wish for your child? Do you wish for them to be kind? To be strong? To be proud of who they are?

From courageous lions and wise owls to playful dolphins and wolves finding their voices, this timeless and lushly illustrated book explores the values we can draw from the wondrous and inspiring natural world around us.

Gentle and affirming, the lyrical text takes readers through the qualities we wish to instill in our children, helping them grow into resilient, assured, and happy individuals. I Wish for You is both a celebration of nature and the importance of self-esteem, self-respect, empathy, and community.

A book meant to be treasured, I Wish for You is the perfect gift for baby showers, Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, and anytime you wish to share a lasting keepsake and a gift of inspiration.

About the Author

David Wax and Brett Blumenthal are the husband-and-wife team behind I Wish for You.

David is a fun-loving dad who lives for fishing, hiking, snowboarding, and all things outdoors. A consultant, entrepreneur, and creative, he enjoys time with his family and dreaming of ways to make the world a better place.

Brett is an artist, illustrator, and the founder of Tiny Toes Design. Passionate about wildlife, animals, and the environment, she uses her art to raise awareness about the importance of preserving our beautiful planet. She was selected as a 2024 finalist in the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation - Wildlife Artist of the Year.