I really like Dr. Ben Carson, partly because he demonstrates how people can rely on God and and their own gumption to get them anywhere. My mom shared an awesome youtube video with me that I think could be inspirational to kids. It shows that, even as a child, you can use the power of your mind to help other people and to improve your own life.
One silken lake
And gently add a few
Shimmering hills.
Toss in a handful of fresh stars and
Cover with a quilted sky.
Then pour a generous amount of
Fresh-cream moonlight
Over mixture and
Let rise.