Maria Isabel Vegara

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. Aj keď malý Albert nebol výrečný, jeho myseľ bola neuveriteľná. V škole najskôr veľmi nevynikal, až neskôr si obľúbil matematiku a fyziku a už ako tínedžer vydal svoju prvú vedeckú prácu. Albert zasvätil svoj život skúmaniu vzťahu medzi časom a priestorom a položil základy pre technológie a objavy 21. storočia. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Alberta 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. Keď malý Neil navštívil leteckú šou, lietadlá ho očarovali. Vtedy v ňom vzbĺkla iskrička lásky k lietaniu. Pilotovať lietadlo sa naučil ešte skôr, ako šoférovať auto! Najskôr bol pilotom v Americkej armáde, potom vstúpil do NASA. Čoskoro dostal ponuku viesť prvú výpravu na Mesiac. A tak sa v roku 1969 zapísal do histórie ako prvý človek na Mesiaci. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Neila a fakty z jeho života.

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Elvis was born into poverty in North Mississippi, a place where opportunities were a rare thing to see. Still, he felt that someday, somehow, something amazing would happen. When he sang in a school talent show, he realised that singing was all he wanted to do with his life. He had just finished high school when he plucked up the courage and walked through the doors of Sun Studios, ready to record his first song. After this came hit after hit, and he popularised a new genre of music that mixed all kinds of different styles. That genre was Rock 'n' Roll, and it would take the world by storm! All the great artists that came after him still look up to little Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll, the unique and irreplaceable artist who changed the course of music history. 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 music legend'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!

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov, alebo vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci naZoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov, alebo vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Blízka rodina ju volala Lilibet. Od detstva milovala psy, kone a svoju rodinu. Keď jej otca nečakane korunovali za kráľa a ona sa stala nasledovníčkou trónu, celý svet sa jej obrátil hore nohami. Stala sa najdlhšie vládnucou britskou panovníčkou. Prežila úžasný život, svoj ľud a krajinu vždy kládla na prvé miesto. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Alžbety a fakty z jej života.

Zoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov, alebo vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci naZoznám sa s výnimočnými ľuďmi a ich nevšednými osudmi. Či už ide o dizajnérov, umelcov, alebo vedcov, všetci dosiahli úžasné úspechy, hoci na začiatku bol každý z nich len malé dieťa s veľkými snami. Zdalo by sa, že malý Pablo bol predurčený na to, aby sa stal veľkým umelcom - jeho prvé slovo bolo „ceruzka"! Keď zvládol všetky známe maliarske techniky, rozhodol sa svoj život zasvätiť umeniu. Nebolo to však jednoduché. Keď bol chudobný, pálil vlastné obrazy, aby sa udržal v teple. Pablo sa však nikdy nevzdal svojich snov a navždy zmenil svet umenia. Na konci knihy nájdeš skutočné fotografie Pabla a fakty z jeho života.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. A kis Lilibet mindig is nagyon szerette a családját, a kutyákat és a lovakat. Amikor az édesapját váratlanul királlyá koronázták, ő lett a trónörökös, ami gyökeresen megváltoztatta az életét. A leghosszabb ideig trónon lévő brit uralkodóként számára egész életében a népe és az országa volt az első. II. Erzsébet királynő mesébe illő történetének 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. Maria fiatalkorától kezdve igazi úttörő volt. Természettudományokat tanult egy fiúiskolában, felnőttként pedig ő lett az első női orvos a hazájában. Szakterülete a gyermekgondozás volt. Újító tanítási módszerei a hagyományos oktatás átalakulásához és Montessori-iskolák alapításához vezettek világszerte. A forradalmi gondolkodású orvosnő inspiráló történetének 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. A kis Pablo minden bizonnyal művésznek született, hiszen már az első szava is a "ceruza" volt! Miután elsajátította a különböző technikákat, a művészetnek szentelte életét. Sokat küszködött, és néha olyan szegény volt, hogy a saját festményeivel kellett fűtenie. Soha nem mondott le azonban az álmairól, és örökre megváltoztatta a képzőművészetet. A történet végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható a festészet úttörőjének életéről.

Ismerd meg kiemelkedő emberek - tudósok, művészek, újítók - életét! Valamennyien hihetetlen dolgokat vittek véghez, pedig életüket ők is nagy álmokat dédelgető kisgyerekként kezdték. Neil még kisfiú volt, amikor az édesapja elvitte egy légi parádéra, ahol elvarázsolták a repülőgépek. Ekkor lobbant lángra benne a repülés iránti szenvedély. Hamarabb tanult meg repülőt vezetni, mint autót! Pilótaként szolgált, majd űrhajósnak jelentkezett a NASA-hoz, és hamarosan ő lett az első holdra szállás parancsnoka. 1969-ben történelmet írt azzal, hogy elsőként lépett a Holdra. Az űrhajós és felfedező elképesztő történetének végén fényképes összefoglaló olvasható az életéről.

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Mozart, world-renowned classical musician and composer. Wolfgang Mozart first started playing the keyboard at just three years old. Inspired by his sister’s talent, little Wolfgang soon mastered several instruments and was even writing his own musical compositions. As a young boy, he travelled from city to city with his father and sister, playing for Europe’s royal families and delighting them with his talents. When his father fell ill, and Wolfgang had to keep quiet in their home, he wrote a whole symphony from just hearing the instruments in his head! As he grew, Mozart pushed the boundaries of western music and created exciting masterpieces: from dances and masses to symphonies and operas. Wolfgang wrote over 600 pieces during his short life. Wolfgang became a world-renowned musician and composer, known for his prodigious talent and ability to write across a wide variety of styles. His music has become a key part of western music education, and continues to inspire young musicians to keep playing and practicing their instruments. Today, Wolfgang’s music still delights audiences across the world, from the smallest school hall to the biggest opera house. 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 incredible musician and composer’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!

From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Olive Morris, the social justice activist and campaigner. Olive was a child when she moved from the countryside in Jamaica to the busy streets of London in Britain. She soon realised just how tough and hard life was growing up in Britain during the 1970s. Her life changed forever when she witnessed police brutality towards a Black man and was arrested when she came to his aid. Olive became a leader within the Black British community, fighting against any kind of abuse and speaking up about racism. She never let the injustices she faced as a Black woman during that time stop her. Olive was involved in the first Black bookshops in Britain and spent much of her life fighting for the rights of those in her community. Olive’s fearless determination inspired the building blocks for change within the Black British community. 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 iconic social justice activist’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!

New in the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest male ballet dancers of all time. Rudolf fell in love with dance as a child. But he was not allowed to go to ballet school until he was 17. There, he had to make up for lost time and hone his skills to compete with the other dancers. As a professional, he dazzled audiences with sensational performances and star power. He went on to become a world-renowned choreographer and master of perfection in dance. 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 dancer'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.

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Music Stars is a boxed gift edition set of three books - Ella Fitzgerald, Dolly Parton and Josephine Baker - from the bestselling series.