Because you like Mrs. Whatsit in A Wrinkle in Time
Percy Jackson is an ordinary student thrust into the world of myth come alive. See them in Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief.
Raised to happily follow the rules, Cassia might actually be more rebellious than she thinks she is. See them in Matched .
Whatever Sakura Haruno lacks in power, she makes up for in intelligence and bravery. See them in Naruto.
Donkey Kong is a strong, banana-loving, and caring uncle to Diddy Kong. See them in Donkey Kong.
The Hastings family is old and powerful, and Spencer will do anything to continue excelling. See them in Pretty Little Liars.
Running away from murderous aliens has turned into an interstellar chase for Jupiter Jones. See them in Jupiter Ascending.
Chanel Oberlin is a big fan of herself, and she can't see why anyone else wouldn't be too. See them in Scream Queens.
Nomi Marks is a brilliant hacker with an open-minded, accepting spirit. See them in Sense8.
Suzy Bishop is only 12, but her withering stare and withdrawn personality are enough to make anyone wilt. See them in Moonrise Kingdom.
Tiffany Doggett is usually a nice, good Christian. Just don't get her riled up! See them in Orange Is The New Black.
Angel is fighting as best as he can, but the disease might be too powerful for even his strong, positive energy. See them in Rent.