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Characters in books and movies who have charged our imaginations with their acts of heroism.

Aibolit Picture of Aibolit Aibolit is a popular children's book character from Russia.
Alanna Trebond Alanna's book cover (http://www.tamorapierce.com) Alanna Trebond disguises herself as a boy to fulfill her dream of becoming a knight.
Alice in Wonderland (http://nozomimagination.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/alice-in-wonderland.jpg) Alice in Wonderland tells the story of a young girl's adventures in a fantastic place of the imagination.
Aquaman THE Aquaman Aquaman has been an iconic superhero for over 70 years.
Aragorn Gandalf and Aragorn leading the Fellowship (http://ragazzi.org/performances/archive/fellowship (eter Aragorn is an important hero in The Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien.
Arash Picture of Arash Arash is a heroic young archer in Persian literature and mythology.
ARTHUR Picture of ARTHUR ARTHUR is an aardvark with a small nose and a big TV show.
Athena Picture of Athena Athena was the Greek goddess of wisdom.
Atticus Finch Picture of Atticus Finch Atticus Finch is the heroic lawyer from Harper Lee's novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird.'
Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird Picture of Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird is an inspiring example of honesty and compassion.
Batman Picture of Batman Batman is a comic book superhero known around the world.
Belle Picture of Belle Belle is the nonconformist and loving character from Beauty and the Beast.
Bellerophon Bellerophon fighting Chimera Bellerophon was the Greek mythological hero who slew the chimera.
Beowulf Picture of Beowulf Beowulf is the hero of an epic poem in Old English.
Charlie Brown Charlie Brown by Schulz Charlie Brown is a favorite character from the comic strip Peanuts.
Charlotte A. Cavatica Picture of Charlotte A. Cavatica Charlotte A. Cavatica is a true friend and a good writer.
Commissioner James "Jim" Gordon Picture of Commissioner James "Jim" Gordon Commissioner James "Jim" Gordon, a DC Comics hero, shields the city of Gotham from corruption, even that within his own department.
Eragon Shadeslayer Picture of Eragon Shadeslayer Eragon Shadeslayer is the main character in the trilogy written by the young author, Christopher Paolini.
Forrest Gump Forrest Gump's life Forrest Gump explores and celebrates the character's strong moral character.
Godzilla Godzilla (I Made It) Godzilla is a misunderstood hero from Japan.
Green Lantern Picture of Green Lantern Green Lantern uses a ring or a lantern for fight against evil.
Herakles (Hercules) Hercules Herakles (Hercules) is the best known of all Greek mythological heroes.
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock 3 Hiccup (Google images) Hiccup Horrendous Haddock 3 was a kind and clever hero.
Hua Mulan (http://image.baidu.com) Hua Mulan is an historical figure who is celebrated in stories and film.
Jack Skellington Jack sees his first snowflake in Christmas Town (google.com) Jack Skellington is the character from The Nightmare Before Christmas who has good intentions.
Jason and the Argonauts Picture of Jason and the Argonauts Jason and the Argonauts were a crew of brave Greek Mythological heroes.
Joel Harper’s books spread the message of sustainability. Picture of Joel Harper’s books spread the message of sustainability.
John Henry <a href=http://www.ccbeunet.br/projetos/2005/AmericanFolklore/American%20Folklore%20Project%20smarqu John Henry is an American legend about a hero who refuses to give up.
La vie Picture of La vie
Odysseus Jastrow [Public domain] via Wikimedia Commons Odysseus is the Greek hero (known as Ulysses by the Romans) of the epic story The Odyssey by Homer.
Peter Pan Picture of Peter Pan Peter Pan is the mischievous, adventurous boy who can fly and who never grows up.
Princess Eliza Picture of Princess Eliza A letter to Princess Eliza from the fairy-tale, The Wild Swans.
Professor Albus Dumbledore <a href=http://www.hp-lexicon.org/images/film/ps/dumbledore-harris-film.jpg>Professor Albus Dumbledo Professor Albus Dumbledore is the wise professor from the Harry Potter series.
Prometheus Prometheus standing in glory. (http://centres.exeter.ac.uk/cee/prometheus/Heinrich_fueger_1817_prome Prometheus is the Greek hero who was known as the champion of mankind.
Robert Hood Locksley Picture of Robert Hood Locksley Robert Hood Locksley was also known as Robin Hood, the outlaw who robbed from the rich to give to the poor.
Samwise Gamgee Newline Cinema [Fair use], via Wikimedia Commons Samwise Gamgee is Frodo Baggin's best friend and helper in Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.
Sherlock Holmes Picture of Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes can solve a complex mystery in a glance.
Sir Gawain The Great Sir Gawain (csis.pace.edu) Sir Gawain was one of the greatest knights of King Arthur's Round Table.
Snow Queen Gerda and Kai (illustration by Arthur Rackham) Snow Queen is a Hans Christian Andersen story that shows that love can overcome all.
Spiderman Spiderman<br> (http://www.motorpsychorealms.org.uk/figgers/<br>spiderman.jpg) Spiderman always puts the welfare of others before himself.
Spongebob Squarepants Picture of Spongebob Squarepants Spongebob Squarepants teaches forgiveness and tolerance in a highly entertaining way.
Superman Picture of Superman Superman inspires John to help his own community.
Tarzan Wikipedia Tarzan has inspired many with his noble character and love for animals.
The Count of Monte Cristo <a href=http://images.contentreserve.com/ImageType-100/0029-1/%7B889C6670-141B-4A4A-A46E-5BB1418BB92 The Count of Monte Cristo was wrongfully imprisoned, seeks revenge but understands forgiveness in the end.
Wonder Woman Picture of Wonder Woman Wonder Woman is a comic book character who has physical strength and strength of character.
Woodrow Prater Wikipedia Woodrow Prater is a story of true friendship and kindness.
 
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