Because you like Wendy Darling in Peter Pan

Michael Moscovitz is a high school student of few words but a lot of heart. See them in The Princess Diaries.

On the outside, Gwen seems meek and calm. But she has an inner core of steel. See them in Merlin.

Effie Trinket is utterly enamored with all things fashion, make-up, and style. See them in The Hunger Games .

From arguing for democracy in the Galactic Senate to pursuing a forbidden romance, Padme Amidala handles danger gracefully. See them in Star Wars Series.

Jacob Kowalski is just a baker caught up in an otherworldly adventure. See them in Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them.

Hank McCoy is a quintessential nerdy scientist but with a few rather unconventional physical attributes. See them in X-Men Series.

Equal parts funny and neurotic, Cory Matthews has a warm and generous spirit. See them in Boy Meets World.

Viking Astrid Hofferson has it all: brains, brawn, and some killer braids. See them in How to Train Your Dragon.

The biggest lesson from this inspiring teacher? Carpe diem. See them in Dead Poets Society.