Maria Isabel Vegara

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelkyne či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci naZoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelkyne či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. V argentínskom meste Rosario žil malý chlapec, ktorý všade chodil s futbalovou loptou. Volal sa Leo, a len čo sa naučil chodiť, začal na ulici hrávať futbal. Ukázalo sa, že je prirodzený talent. Keď bol už väčší, obľúbený miestny tím vďaka nemu vyhrával každý turnaj. V šestnástich rokoch odohral za klub FC Barcelona prvý zápas. Počas pôsobenia v tíme inšpiroval mladých hráčov a stal sa futbalovou legendou, no stále bola preňho na prvom mieste rodina a deti, ktorým vďaka charite pomáhal. Keď prestupoval do Paris Saint-Germain, mal už za sebou rekordných desať titulov Národnej ligy, štyri tituly Ligy Majstrov a tri svetové poháre FIFA. Za svoj najväčší úspech pokladá Svetový pohár, ktorý získal s argentínskym tímom. Dodnes sa Leo budí s túžbou rásť nielen na ihrisku, ale aj mimo neho. Pretože, ako hovorí: „Prekonáš čokoľvek, ak to, čo robíš, dostatočne miluješ." Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Messiho a fakty z jeho života.

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelkyne či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci naZoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelkyne či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Taylor vyrastala na pennsylvánskej farme. Mala rada rozprávky, verila, že jednorožce existujú, a bola presvedčená, že piesne dokážu vyrozprávať príbehy a zmeniť svet. Vďaka svojim rodičom si našla cestu ku country hudbe. Netrvalo dlho a začala nahrávať cover verzie svojich obľúbených piesní, no zistila, že to nestačí. Ak chce zaujať, musí zložiť vlastnú hudbu, a tak aj urobila. Na jednom z menších vystúpení si ju všimla nahrávacia spoločnosť a vydala jej prvý album. Stala sa najmladšou umelkyňou, ktorej pieseň sa umiestnila na prvej priečke rebríčka. Taylor, to malé dievča, ktoré malo rado rozprávky, si stále ide za svojím snom! Je jednou z najväčších umelkýň svojej generácie. Má milióny fanúšikov, ktorí sa vidia v jej piesňach. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Taylor a fakty z jej života.

Learn about incredible story of Yayoi Kusama! The groundbreaking contemporary artist who covered the world in dots. Little Yayoi grew up in Japan and loved creating art. Although her parents didn't approve of her pastime, Yayoi continued to express herself through painting and drawing. One day, at around ten years old, she had an intense vision. All of a sudden, she felt as though she was in a field of talking flowers, their heads looked like little dots going on forever and ever, and she was becoming part of them . . . This vision influenced Yayoi's art for decades to come. From drawings and paintings to sculptures and installations, she mesmerized audiences with her dot-covered creations, using her work to show others how she experienced the world. Yayoi has been open about her mental health challenges and has helped break down inaccurate views on mental illness. In her forties, she took the decision to move into a psychiatric hospital and, from a studio nearby, she continues working - surprising and delighting audiences with each new collaboration and exhibition. An icon who changed the world of art, Kusama's story encourages us to follow our dreams and embrace our uniqueness. This powerful book features quirky illustrations and?extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

Discover the life of Roald Dahl, the groundbreaking author whose work is beloved by children all over the world. Little Roald grew up in the city of Cardiff in Wales. He loved to spend time reading with his family and visiting the local sweetshop for yummy chocolatey treats. But he found school difficult. No one believed in Roald’s potential. When Roald finished school, he was ready to make his life an adventure! He travelled the world and saw some amazing sights. When World War II started, he was ready to serve his country and joined the air force. During his service, his plane crashed over a desert, leaving him blind for a period of time. Roald wrote about his experience of the crash, and enjoyed doing it so much that from then on, he knew he wanted to be an author. Roald began crafting books for children, working away in the shed at the bottom of his garden. From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to James and the Giant Peach, his wonderful stories have captivated generations of readers. The magical worlds he created have been brought to the stage and screen, with hit musicals, like Matilda, and films, like The Witches. The story also boldly addresses the antisemitic remarks that Roald Dahl made during his lifetime, highlighting the power and impact that our words can have: both to delight or cause lasting harm. This thoughtful book features quirky illustrations and?extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of Roald’s life. His story shows that extraordinary talent lies within each and every one of us. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

Learn about the incredible story of Katherine Johnson! The trailblazer whose calculations changed the future of space exploration. Little Katherine loved learning and her favourite subject was maths. In class, she worked so hard that she was able to move up to high school four years early! Due to the racist laws of the time, Katherine's family had to move town for her to go to a school where Black students were admitted. After high school and college, she was accepted to one of West Virginia's top universities and was the first Black woman to attend. In 1953, she joined the US space agency, which later became NASA. Alongside other talented African American women, Katherine's mathematical skills were essential to the early successes of the space programme. She was part of the team that planned the Apollo 11 mission which landed the first people on the moon! Katherine's tenacity and expertise led to the dawn of a new era for humankind, making her an inspiration to all of us. This powerful book is the perfect gift for STEM and space enthusiasts. It features quirky illustrations and?extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of Katherine's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

Discover the incredible life of Antoine de Saint-Exupery, the author of The Little Prince, in this book from the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series. In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Antoine de Saint-Exupery, the talented pilot and writer. Little Antoine grew up in Lyon, France. Ever since his first flight as a young boy, he dreamt of becoming a pilot. When he joined the French army during WWI, he finally got his chance. He spent a short time in the Air Force before leaving to become a mail pilot, all the while writing about his adventures. However, in 1935, he crashed in the desert during a flight from Paris to Saigon. With little food and water to hand, he became very ill. Fortunately, after four days, he was found by a passerby and nursed back to health. This experience influenced much of Antoines future writing. In WWII, he moved to the United States where he campaigned for Frances freedom from Nazism. During this period, he wrote the Little Prince, a captivating story of love and loss, which went on to become one of the bestselling childrens books of all time. This powerful 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 writer's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal 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!

Learn about the incredible life of Salvador Dalí, one of the pioneers of the Surrealism movement. Little Salvador was born in Figueres, Spain, in the shadow of the death of his elder brother. In his teenage years, he was introduced to Cubism and Surrealism, which had a profound effect on his life. After an education in fine art, he began a career as an artist. Many people doubted Salvador and found him and his work to be too eccentric, but he proved his doubters wrong by creating some of the most iconic and enduring artworks to have ever graced the world. Salvador’s life inspires generations of little creators to follow their own style.

Learn about the life of Vincent van Gogh, one of the world's most influential and best-loved artists. Little Vincent was a quiet child. He loved spending time in nature and playing with his brother Theo. After leaving school, he began working as an art dealer. Vincent showed promise, but he found it more and more difficult to control his emotions and eventually had to leave. He had a go at many different jobs, including a teacher and a bookseller, but nothing felt right. When he wasn’t working, he wrote Theo long letters that included beautiful drawings. Theo loved his work and suggested that he try being an artist. Vincent dedicated himself to painting and never looked back! He developed his own style and expressed his emotions through his art: from sorrow to joy, and everything in between. Vincent dedicated himself to painting and never looked back! He developed his own style and expressed his emotions through his art: from sorrow to joy and everything in between. During his life, Vincent had little success, but today, his paintings are admired and celebrated in galleries across the world. ?This powerful 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 artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal 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!

Learn about the incredible life of Leonard Cohen, the inspiring singer-songwriter who shared songs about hope, love, loss and everything that makes us human. Little Leonard grew up in Montréal, Canada, and was a child who delighted in the world around him. From roses with too-long stems, to birds chirping on a rusty wire, he noticed the beauty in things that others might miss. His trips to the synagogue were a source of wonder, too. Leonard listened in awe to the songs and stories - moved by their messages and timeless narratives. When Leonard was nine, his father sadly died. To cope with the loss, he began writing poems, and soon realised how important it was for him to express his feelings through art. As an adult, his search for poetic inspiration led him to London and Greece until, finally, he settled in New York City. He was influenced by the city's music scene and decided to turn his hand to writing songs. His haunting melodies and powerful lyrics gained him a following and he was soon a household name. Most known for his beautiful ballad, Hallelujah, Leonard became one of the most iconic artists of all time through a music career that lasted almost fifty years. This powerful 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 biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal 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!

Zoznámte sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Andy už od detstva rád kreslil. Zamiloval sa do obrázkov, ktoré si prezeral v časopisoch. Už ako malý chlapec vedel, že chce byť slávny. Nechal svoje umenie, aby hovorilo za neho, za tichého génia, o ktorom sa dozvedeli v každom kúte sveta. Vymyslel celkom nový umelecký smer - každodenné predmety začal zobrazovať ako žiarivé umelecké diela a dokázal, že aj obyčajná plechovka môže poblázniť celý svet! Na konci knihy nájdete skutočné fotografie Warhola a fakty z jeho života.

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Jedného dňa sa v meste Salzburg v Rakúsku narodil chlapec menom Wolfgang. Už ako trojročný sa naučil hrať na klávesy a o dva roky neskôr zložil svoju prvú skladbu. Otec ho vzal hrať na kráľovský dvor a odvtedy jeho sláva rástla. Wolfgang sa stal inšpiráciou pre mnohých skladateľov, bol to úžasný génius, ktorý objavoval nové hranice hudby. Jeho tvorba bola očarujúca, dokázala publikum rozplakať aj rozosmiať. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Wolfganga a fakty z jeho života.

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov či vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Malá Astrid bývala so svojimi rodičmi a súrodencami na starej farme neďaleko malého mestečka Vimmerby vo Švédsku. Mala veľmi šťastné detstvo, také šťastné, že nikdy nechcela vyrásť. Rada vymýšľala príbehy a v dospelosti sa stala editorkou vo vydavateľstve Rabén & Sjögren, kde pracovala tridsať rokov. Každé ráno pred prácou písala príbehy o Pipi, ktorá aj dnes robí radosť nielen malým, ale aj veľkým čitateľom. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Astrid a fakty z jej života.

Discover the inspirational life of Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, who continues to carve her path with unparalleled brilliance and individuality. Growing up in foster care, Simone's gymnastics training was an anchor in her life. She first tried the sport after visiting her local gym on a field trip. Coaches spotted her natural talent and, after years of hard work, she began winning world championships and Olympic gold medals. Widely cited as the greatest gymnast of all time, Simone is also an advocate for mental health awareness, having famously put her health before her sport by withdrawing from the 2020 Olympic finals. At the 2024 Olympics, Simone staged one of the most dramatic comebacks in sport history, propelling the U.S. team to win gold with her dazzling routines. This picture book tells her heroic story in a way that inspires young children to follow their dreams while taking care of themselves. This powerful 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 gymnast's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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 and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal 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!

Be inspired by the amazing life of Stan Lee, the comic book genius who created Spider-Man, The Hulk and Iron Man! Little Stan grew up in New York City. As a child, he loved reading books, poems and newspaper strips. And when he didn’t have his head in a book, he was writing stories of his own. After he graduated, Stan got his big break in the form of a job as an assistant at a small comic book publisher called Timely Comics. He started by helping the editors with their work, but before long, he was helping to write the comics. He contributed to a Captain America story but soon started to create his very own characters. From the Fantastic Four and Spider-Man to The Hulk, Stan’s superheroes were innovative and exciting. Even though they were super, they felt human, flaws and all. In the years that followed, he built a solid career at Timely Comics. With Stan’s help, Timely Comics grew to become Marvel, the multi-million-dollar corporation behind some of the most successful Hollywood films, including The Avengers, Black Panther and Ant-Man. Stan created a whole universe of connecting characters and stories which leapt off the page and into the hearts of millions of fans around the world!

Learn about the incredible life of Rafa Nadal, the dedicated sportsperson who's tenacity and drive has inspired young athletes across the world. Little Rafa was born in Majorca, Spain. Encouraged by his two uncles, he started playing football and tennis, but found that he particularly excelled on the court. His uncle Toni became his coach and Rafa soon dreamt of winning tournaments. He was fiercly dedicated and worked hard at his technique and stamina - always being the first to arrive at practice and the last to leave. Then, at just fifteen years old, he became a professional, and seven years later was the number one tennis player in the world! His journey has not been without challenges - he has faced several injuries and experienced losses - but each time he has come back stronger and more determined than ever to keep living his dream. Despite having won 20 Grand Slam titles, he remains humble and his perseverance and determination are the keys to his success. Today, he is considered one of the best tennis players in history. This powerful 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 tennis player's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores 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 of books 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. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal 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. Astrid már egész fiatalon megszerette a meséket. A természet közelsége meghatározta gyermekéveit, vadóc kislányként az erdőben barangolt, a testvéreivel játszott, és sokat rosszalkodott. Ezekből az élményekből született meg Harisnyás Pippi életvidám alakja, aki a gyerekeket és felnőtteket egyaránt megnevetteti és inspirálja. Az izgalmas történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható a világszerte kedvelt gyermekkönyvíró életéről. 4 éves kortól ajánljuk.