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From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series,
discover the life of Hedy Lamarr, the actress and inventor whose
curiosity broke boundaries. Young Hedy Lamarr was fascinated with
machines. She love to sit with her father and hear all about
scientific theories. A gifted musician and actress, she soon found
fame on the stage, but her scientific curiosity never stopped.
Electronics, chemistry, engineering - whatever Hedy put her mind
to, she came up with ingenious inventions, blazing a trail for
women in science and making great strides towards science. As well
as a glittering film career, Hedy developed technology that formed
the basis of Wifi and Bluetooth used in our world day. 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 Hedy's astonishing
life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling 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 hardcover 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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Hedy Lamarr (Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Maggie Cole
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R450
R378
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In 1969 history was made when the first humans stepped on the moon. Back on earth, one woman was running the numbers that ensured they got there and back in one piece.
As a child, Katherine Johnson loved maths. She went on to be one of the most important people in the history of space travel. Discover her incredible life story in this beautifully illustrated book complete with narrative biography, timelines and facts.
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Flawed (Paperback)
Maggie Cole
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R711
R601
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Freddie Mercury was: A musician A songwriter An inspiration Farrokh
Bulsara was a young boy who loved music and was known for being
quiet and kind, even when people made fun of his unusual teeth.
Farrokh grew up to be Freddie Mercury, an incredible musician who
could command audiences with his charisma and talent, and who would
one day say that those teeth were the very reason he was able to
sing with such amazing range. From his childhood in Zanzibar to the
formation of rock band Queen, to their record-breaking Live Aid
performance, discover the journey Freddie Mercury took to becoming
one of the world's most influential musicians. Explore other
extraordinary lives: The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking The
Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama The Extraordinary Life of
Katherine Johnson The Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi The
Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena
Williams The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela
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Carnal (Paperback)
Maggie Cole
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R719
R610
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Crazed (Paperback)
Maggie Cole
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R711
R601
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Immoral (Paperback)
Maggie Cole
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R694
R581
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Toxic (Paperback)
Maggie Cole
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R702
R591
Discovery Miles 5 910
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