Isabel Vegara

Meet Josephine Baker, the world-famous entertainer, activist and French Resistance agent in this true story of her life! New in the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this inspiring and informative little biography follows the incredible life of Josephine Baker, from growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, during segregation to defying expectations and performing on the stage in Paris, where audiences fell in love with her. Josephine Baker was born for the stage. But growing up in segregated St. Louis, she didn't have the same opportunities as white entertainers. So, she moved to Paris where audiences fell in love with her. Josephine worked as a dancer, an actor and even a spy. She then spent the rest of her life spreading the word that people of all colours can live together in harmony. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the entertainer's amazing life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. Amikor Frida fiatal lány volt, egy borzalmas baleset örökre megváltoztatta az életét. Járni nem tudott, ezért az ágyban fekve festeni kezdett. Önarcképei, amelyek fájdalmát és szomorúságát, ugyanakkor az élet iránti szenvedélyét is kifejezik, a 20. század egyik leghíresebb festőművészévé tették. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható Frida életéről.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. David kisfiúként szenvedélyesen gyűjtötte a fosszíliákat és a növényeket. A természet iránti érdeklődése a tudományok, emberszeretete a televíziózás felé terelte. Elkötelezett kutatóként mindenkivel megismertette az élővilág csodáit, és megváltoztatta gondolkodásunkat a bolygónkról. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható David életéről.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. Jane kiskorában kapott az apukájától egy plüsscsimpánzt, amelyet Jubilee-nek neveztek el. Ez is hozzájárult ahhoz, hogy egy életre megszeresse az állatokat, majd a vadonban tanulmányozza őket. Jane együtt élt a csimpánzokkal természetes élőhelyükön, és később híres kutató lett. Manapság az állatok jogaiért harcol. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható Jane életéről.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. A kis Coco Gabrielle Chanel néven látta meg a napvilágot Franciaországban. Anyja halála után árvaházba került, ahol a szigorú apácáktól megtanult varrni. Később kávéházi énekesként, varrónőként és kalapkészítőként dolgozott, míg végül a világ egyik leghíresebb divattervezője lett. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható Coco életéről.

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Rosalind Franklin, the scientist who was crucial to the discovery of the double helix in DNA. Little Rosalind was born in London to a Jewish family who valued education and public service, and as she grew up her huge intellectual abilities were drawn into the study of science. Having studied physics and chemistry at Cambridge University, Rosalind moved to Paris to perfect her life's work in X-ray crystallography. She then moved back to King's College London, where she would work on finding the structure of DNA with Maurice Wilkins. It was Rosalind's "photo 51" that was used by Wilkins to create the first ever double helix DNA model with Francis Crick, although he did not credit for her work due to a falling out between the two, and her work went unacknowledged until after her death. However, today she is revered as the forgotten heroine of the study of how DNA works, and the "Sylvia Plath of molecular biology". This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the brilliant scientist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world's best-loved songs. At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland Judkins was going to be a star. Renamed Stevie Wonder for his astonishing talent on the piano and other instruments, he wrote and performed some of the biggest hits of the 1970s. Stevie became known for his inventiveness, his soulful voice and the social commentary in his lyrics. He is a UN Messenger of Peace and remains one of the music world's most iconic figures. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the great musician's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the inspiring true story of Yoko Ono, the artist. When Yoko was little, she had everything she could dream of in Japan, except time with her busy parents. She used to write wishes and tie them to the branches of the trees in the local temple to be less alone. When war broke out, Yoko was often hungry and had to use her imagination to transport her. After the war, she made her way to New York to meet free spirits and study art. She worked as artist, and hosted gatherings with her trailblazing friends, and then one day, John Lennon came to see her work. And together, they imagined a better world. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the climate artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. A kis Albert nem sokat beszélt, de annál többet gondolkodott. Eleinte nehezen illeszkedett be az iskolában, de aztán megszerette a fizikát és a matematikát, és már kamaszkorában megírta első tudományos értekezését. Egész pályafutása alatt a tér és az idő viszonyát kutatta, és ezzel számos 21. századi technológia alapját fektette le. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható az életéről. 4 éves kortól ajánljuk.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek -tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. Marie Curie kénytelen volt fiatalon elhagyni hazáját, mert nőként nem járhatott egyetemre. Idősebb korában azonban az egész világ elismerését kivívta tudományos munkájával. A világon elsőként két Nobel-díjat is kapott: az elsőt a fizikai kutatásaiért, a másodikat a kémiai felfedezéseiért. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható az életéről.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. Stephen Hawking gyerekkorában gyakran nézte a csillagokat, és sokat tűnődött a világegyetem működésén. Habár soha nem volt kitűnő tanuló, kíváncsisága és tudásvágya bejuttatta a legjobb angol egyetemekre. Elméleti fizikai kutatásai és a tudomány népszerűsítése révén a 20. század kulturális ikonjává vált. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható az életéről. 4 éves kortól ajánljuk.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. Teréz anya, az albán származású római katolikus apáca már fiatalon nagy érdeklődéssel hallgatta a misszionáriusokról szóló történeteket, és ő is arra vágyott, hogy másokon segíthessen. Fáradhatatlan elszántsággal gondoskodott a betegekről és a szegényekről, és ma Kalkuttai Szent Terézként neve egyet jelent a segítőkészséggel és az áldozatos önzetlenséggel. Az inspiráló történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható az életéről. 4 éves kortól ajánljuk.

In this momentous 50th book in the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elton John, the piano wizard who rocketed to stardom with his music. As a child, Elton started playing his grandmother's piano in Harrow, London. He could pick tunes out by ear and was soon attending lessons at the Royal Academy. After answering an advertisement in a newspaper, Elton teamed up with a lyric-writing buddy: Bernie Taupin. The rest was history. Elton's songwriting talent, musical skill and dazzling outfits have made him one of the all-time greats. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

A bumper activity book companion to the multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series. Featuring colouring, stickers, search & find, dot-to-dot, spot the difference, mazes, and more, in paperback format. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Grab your colouring pencils and get creative with Little People, BIG DREAMS! 15 famous faces are featured in this colouring book accompaniment to the best-selling Little People, Big Dreams series. Each spread features an engaging large face to colour, alongside endpaper patterns, and an abridged version of the person's story, perfect for entertaining young children at home and developing their motor skills. The 15 little people are: Amelia Earhart Maya Angelou Audrey Hepburn Bruce Lee Ella Fitzgerald Martin Luther King Jr. Georgia O'Keeffe David Bowie Greta Thunberg Rosa Parks Zaha Hadid Stephen Hawking Frida Kahlo Muhammad Ali Agatha Christie Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Albert Einstein, the legendary scientist. Little Albert grew up in Germany, where it took him four years to formulate his first word. He was fascinated by how objects worked and, although he didn't love school, he loved physics and maths books. His brilliant mind contemplated space and time, and he eventually came up with the theory of relativity. He shared his knowledge with the rest of the world, becoming the most original mind of the twentieth century. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the theoretical physicist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.