This annotated bibliography describes 52 current works of literature for children which have characters who inspire character development. The bibliography is divided into sections on: (1) Respect for the Self; (2) Respect for Others; (3) Respect for the Earth; (4) Responsibility; (5) Honesty; and (6) Caring. The bibliography concludes with a series of discussion questions about 12 different books. The questions come from the collaboration of children and adults who shared books in YMCAs across the country. (NKA)