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- Anne of Green Gables.
- by L. M. Montgomery. Anne, an eleven-year-old orphan, is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm and proceeds to make an indelible impression on everyone around her.
- Wonder.
- by R. J. Palacio. August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face.
- Ada Twist from Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty
- August Pullman from Wonder by R.J. Palacio
- Brian from The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig
- Charlie Bucket from Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
- Charlotte from Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
- CJ from Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de La Pena
- David from No, David by David Shannon
- Delphine from One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia
- Dory from Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon
- Edward from The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate Dicamillo
Ada’s mind is like a popcorn maker bouncing questions around 24/7. Her story is a celebration of insatiable curiosity, girl power, and the rewards of perseverance. Buy it: Ada Twist, Scientistat Amazon
Auggie, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, tugs at our heart strings and teaches us the power of a good heart and a strong mind. Buy it: Wonderat Amazon
We’ve all seen this boy—the shy, sweet one who has so much to offer but can’t quite connect with his classmates. Brian’s story teaches us about the power of kindness and inclusion and encourages us to keep our eyes open for the invisible ones in our own circle. Buy it: The Invisible Boyat Amazon
When Charlie Bucket finds one of the golden tickets to the opening of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, he has no idea what an adventure he’s in for. Honest and kind, brave and true, Charlie is a hero among spoiled, greedy brats who in the end triumphs. Buy it: Charlie and the Chocolate Factoryat Amazon
A children’s literature icon, Charlotte is a paragon of patience and wisdom as she guides Wilbur the pig through his trials and tribulations. In the end she makes the ultimate sacrifice, leaving us brokenhearted but grateful to have known her. Buy it: Charlotte’s Webat Amazon
CJ lives in the poor part of the city and wonders why his life looks different than his friends’. Luckily, he has his grandmother to help him see the beauty, and fun, in the world around them. His spirit encourages us to look for the good in life. Buy it: Last Stop on Market Street at Amazon
David is a young boy bubbling over with enthusiasm and curiosity. And more often than not, it lands him in hot water. With a mischievous smile and an unswerving sense of humor, David embodies the joie de vivre that we are all born with. Buy it: No, Davidat Amazon
When Delphine and her two sisters spend the summer with their mother in Oakland, they find themselves in a different world. Set on the cusp of the civil rights movement, Delphine’s worldview expands exponentially as she grows up before our very eyes. Buy it: One Crazy Summerat Amazon
Ignored by her older brother and sister, charming, energetic Dory is left to her own (sizable) imagination as she goes on adventures with her imaginary friend Mary. Hilarious and heartwarming, you can’t help but fall in love with Dory. Buy it: Dory Fantasmagoryat Amazon
Edward is a fine china rabbit who lives many lives. As we follow him along on his journey through the hands of different boys and girls, we experience the joys and heartbreak of a life well-lived. Buy it: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulaneat Amazon
- Hermione Granger. Harry Potter Franchise. 5,294 votes. Brilliance and bravery personified, Hermione Granger's intelligence and wit won the hearts of viewers the world over.
- Luna Lovegood. Harry Potter Franchise. 3,252 votes. Eccentric and whimsical, Luna Lovegood captivated audiences with her unique worldview and unfaltering kindness.
- Wednesday Addams. Addams Family Values. 3,734 votes. Darkly mysterious with a distinct gothic flair, Wednesday Addams redefined what it meant to be a child character in film.
- Harry Potter. Harry Potter Franchise. 4,544 votes. The boy who lived and conquered adversity time and time again, Harry Potter embodied resilience at its finest.
- Mickey Mouse. First on the list is Mickey Mouse. It's one of the most iconic characters of the 20th century, as Mickey represents everything that Walt Disney wanted to portray through his characters.
- Tom And Jerry. Tom and Jerry is a classic American series that has been entertaining audiences for generations together. If you didn’t know about Tom and Jerry, it is a series about a cat named Tom and a mouse named Jerry.
- Bugs Bunny. Bugs bunny is a Classic and famous cartoon character that Warner Brothers created for the Looney Tunes, an animated short film series. Bugs bunny’s quick wit and sarcastic humor has entertained audiences for over eight decades, and he remains one of the most beloved characters in animation.
- SpongeBob Square Pants. SpongeBob SquarePants is a lovable, quirky, and cute character that has become one of the most popular animated characters of all time.
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- Amelia Bedelia. Amelia Bedelia is the clumsy and mischievous yet lovable protagonist of Peggy Parish’s popular children’s book series of the same name.
- Anne of Green Gables. Eleven-year-old Anne Shirley is the star and title character of L. M. Montgomery’s beloved series, Anne of Green Gables.
- Aslan. This brave, noble lion from C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia series is one of the greatest animal heroes of the literary world.
- Charlie Bucket. Charlie Bucket is the virtuous young hero of Roald Dahl’s classic tale, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Jan 1, 2022 · It followed previous polls to find the best overall Children’s book (The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe), the most popular Roald Dahl character (Matilda) and the greatest children’s TV series (Bagpuss).
Wise wizards, brave adventurers, mischievous troublemakers. Check out this list of best characters and see if you agree with who made the cut!
