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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the
incredible life of David Hockney, the inspirational British artist.
Little David loved to draw and looked at the world in his own
unique way. He always knew what his path in life would be... he
would be an artist! He went to art school and worked day and night
to hone his drawing skills. He sold his first painting as a
student, and in just five years he had a sell-out solo show of his
work. When he moved from the UK to sunny California, he became
known for creating bright, bold paintings. From the Grand Canyon to
the Yorkshire hills of home, David painted fantastic landscapes,
including one made of 50 canvases all stitched together. An artist
who delights in constantly reinventing himself, to this day David
is eager to share his colourful work, and himself, with the whole
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
incredible young poet and activist's life so far. 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
incredible life of Lewis Hamilton, Formula One champion. Little
Lewis's childhood was filled with cars, motorcycles and watching
Formula One with his dad. On his fifth birthday, he received a
remote-controlled racing car and joined a local club. It was hard
being the only black child there, but he listened to his dad's
words: 'Let your results speak for you.' His hobby led him to
go-kart racing, and at the age of 10 he became the youngest ever
winner of the British cadet go-karting competition. Shortly after,
he began training as a racing driving with McLaren, rising through
the ranks to compete at Formula One's Grand Prix. Despite his
amazing successes, from breaking the record for the most triumphs
in Formula One to his knighthood, Lewis has never forgotten where
he came from. Today he is a campaigner for racial justice and
racial diversity in sport, as well as an advocate for positive
mental health as well as environmental issues. 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 young poet and activist's life
so far. 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
Freddie Mercury, the trailblazing musician who rocked the world!
Born on the tiny island on Zanzibar off the coast of modern-day
Tanzania, young Farrokh dreamt of having a fabulous life. When his
parents sent him to boarding school in India, he discovered his
true talent for singing, as well as a love of playing rock'n'roll
songs on the piano. After school, Farrokh knew he wanted to be a
musician. After moving to London, he became the singer of a rock
band called Queen... and the rest is history! Freddie became the
biggest glam-rock star ever, touring the world and charming the
world with his exuberant zest for life. 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!
Everyone has something to hide--especially high school juniors
Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna.
Spencer covets her sister's boyfriend. Aria's fantasizing about
her English teacher. Emily's crushing on the new girl at school.
And Hanna uses some ugly tricks to stay beautiful.
But they've all kept an even bigger secret since their friend
Alison vanished.
How do I know? Because I know everything about the bad girls
they were and the naughty girls they are now. And guess what? I'm
telling.
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the true
story of ballet dancer Anna Pavlova. Little Anna fell in love with
ballet after watching a performance with her mother. At the age of
just nine-years-old, she auditioned for the famous Imperial Ballet!
But... she was rejected. The set-back didn't stop Anna - she
auditioned again a year later and was accepted into the company.
Although ballet was her passion, it didn't always come easily to
her, and she worked fiercely to become the best. After her training
was complete, she performed across Russia and later formed her own
company with which she toured the world. The story of Anna Pavlova,
one of the greatest dancers to have ever lived, teaches us that
with hard work, our talents can take us wherever we want to go.
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 star'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. 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 Little People, BIG
DREAMS series, discover the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the
longest-reigning monarch of modern times. Little Elizabeth loved
dogs and horses and dreamt of living on a farm. But, one day, she
heard chants on the streets. Her uncle Edward had renounced the
crown, which meant her father would be the next king, and she
heiress to the throne. From that day on, she had to learn how to
one day be the queen. When she was only 13, World War Two broke out
across the globe. Elizabeth bravely served as an ambulance driver,
and after the war ended, she fell in love with and married the
charming Prince Philip. In 1952, she was crowned Queen of the
United Kingdom, and for the next 70 years she would serve as a
beacon of continuity, looking after her subjects and serving the
country she reigned over. 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 monarch's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling
series of books and 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. 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!
'Kathleen Glasgow expands our hearts and invites in a little more
humanity.' Val Emmich, author of Dear Evan Hansen 'An unflinching
tale of addiction.' Amy Beashel, author of The Sky Is Mine 'Raw,
honest and overflowing with feelings.' Erin Hahn, author of You'd
Be Mine From the New York Times bestselling author of Girl in
Pieces and How to Make Friends with the Dark comes a breathtaking
contemporary YA about addiction, family and finding your voice. The
quiet one, the obedient one, the reliable one. Emmy has spent her
life being told exactly who she is. Not strong-willed like her
beautiful sister Maddie and not in rehab like her wild brother
Joey. But when a tragic accident changes life in her small town
forever, can Emmy keep up the act?
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the
incredible life of Amanda Gorman, America's astounding young poet
and activist. From an early age, Little Amanda read everything she
could get her hands on, from books to cereal boxes. Growing up with
an auditory processing disorder and a speech impediment, Amanda had
to work hard, but ultimately she took great strength from her
experiences. After hearing her teacher read aloud to the class, she
knew that she wanted to become a poet, and nothing would stand in
her way. At the age of 19, she became America's first-ever National
Youth Poet Laureate. And, after performing her inspiring poem 'The
Hill We Climb' at the Presidential Inauguration in January 2021,
she became an icon across the 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 incredible young poet and activist's life
so far. 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!
Young children just love things that go, and here is a book they
will spend hours pushing along the floor as well as reading! In My
First London Bus, follow the red bus around the streets of London
visiting the sights, with an extra detail to spot on every page.
Then close the book and push it along on its four moving wheels and
go on your own journey! With bold, bright illustrations by the
wonderful Marion Billet, it's the perfect way for young visitors to
London to remember their trip. Whizz around the capital city in
other Whizzy Wheels titles, like My First London Taxi.
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. 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
incredible life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the beloved supreme court
justice. Little Ruth's mum taught her to be a lady - which meant to
be her own independent self. Ruth promised herself she would do
everything her mother didn't get the chance to do. And she
excelled: at university, as a law professor, and later on the
supreme court fighting gender discrimination. Ruth became one of
the most iconic figures in U.S. politics, standing up for what she
believed in, fighting for racial and gender equality, and defending
democratic values. 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
justice'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 highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS
series, discover the incredible life of Kamala Harris, the first
woman, first Black person, and first South Asian American to be
elected vice president of the USA. Little Kamala used to accompany
her parents to civil rights marches in California, strapped into
her pushchair so she wouldn't get lost. From an early age, she
dreamed of becoming a lawyer to help people in need. At university,
Kamala felt like she could do anything and everything. She earned a
law degree to make sure the most vulnerable were protected by
justice. Kamala's life was full of firsts, including becoming the
first woman, Black woman, and South Asian American to be elected
vice president. As Kamala stated to little girls everywhere in her
speech - she may be the first but she won't be the last. 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 politician'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!
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Frida Kahlo, Volume 2
(Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Gee Fan Eng
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Discovery Miles 2 400
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In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed
Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Frida Kahlo,
the world-renowned painter. When Frida was a teenager, a terrible
road accident changed her life forever. Unable to walk, she began
painting from her bed. Her self-portraits, which show her pain and
grief, but also her passion for life and instinct for survival,
have made her one of the most famous artists of the twentieth
century. 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 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!
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Pele, Volume 46
(Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Camila Rosa
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Discovery Miles 2 480
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Pele, Brazil's all-time King of Football. With a sock full of rags
for a ball, Pele honed his skills in a poor neighbourhood in
Brazil. He believed that, one day, he would lead his country to
World Cup victory - and he was right! With Pele and his super
skills on the team, Brazil lifted the trophy three times. Today, he
is widely regarded as the greatest footballer who ever lived - and
a hero off the pitch, too, using his voice to help the people who
need it most. 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
King'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!
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