Summary

Every legend has its beginning. This Little People, Big Dreams collection contains two bestselling box sets from the inspiring series. Inspiring Artists and Writers includes five books about some of their generation’s most extraordinary creative minds. Trailblazing Men has five stories about men who changed the world. Don’t miss out on these beautiful picture book biographies of legendary figures such as Gandhi, David Bowie and Coco Chanel.

Each hardback book is gorgeously bound and presented in full colour. The books have a premium feel but are durable enough for little hands. Each box set also comes with a pull-out poster with questions about the people featured in the books to assist learning. You’ll love to share these books with your loved ones and talk about the lessons you can learn from these fantastic life stories when it comes to your own life.

The Little People, Big Dreams series by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara has sold more than 3.9 million copies worldwide and is an incredibly popular non-fiction resource for parents through the way it presents facts compellingly and colourfully. Maria was born in Barcelona, Spain, dreamed of being a poet, but used to work in advertising. She now works with a wide variety of different illustrators to bring the stories of a diverse range of icons to life. The series began as a birth present for Vegara’s nieces. They remain an excellent gift for newborns and their parents, as well as toddlers taking their first steps into reading. They’re a conversation starter centrepiece to any kid’s picture book collection.

These books are the perfect way to introduce young people to some of the most significant personalities of the last century, from a range of different fields. The books included in this set range from highly-regarded Mexican painter Frida Kahlo to theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking. By taking children through the lives of these unique figures, you can open them up to the range of their own possibilities and encourage them to make their own dreams.

Little People, Big Dreams: Inspiring Artists and Writers & Trailblazing Men is a great value bundle of two incredible gift sets that will be treasured for a long time to come. Don’t hesitate to add these books to your birthday and holiday shopping. We stock many beautiful picture books at Books2Door, as well as some excellent non-fiction. Keep checking back on our website for new stock and more bestsellers.

Testimonials

“Strikingly illustrated, they’re superb first biographies for younger readers.” - HuffPost

“Stirring encouragement for all ‘little people’ with ‘big dreams.’” - Kirkus Reviews

"Empowering books EVERY child should read." - Junior Magazine

"A stylish book … a great stepping stone to non-fiction." The Guardian Family Review

Titles in this collection:

Inspiring Artists and Writers

Maya Angelou
Anne Frank
Frida Kahlo
Coco Chanel
Audrey Hepburn

Trailblazing Men

Muhammad Ali
David Bowie
Stephen Hawking
Bruce Lee
Mahatma Gandhi

From the publisher

Maya Angelou

All of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. The book follows Maya Angelou, from her early traumatic childhood to her time as a singer, actress, civil rights campaigner and, eventually, one of America's most beloved writers.

Anne Frank

Little Anne was born in Germany to a liberal Jewish family. But when the Nazis came into power she was forced to go into hiding with her family. With innovative illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world.

Frida Kahlo

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.

Coco Chanel

Following the death of her mother, Coco spent her early life in an orphanage, where she was taught how to use a needle and thread. From there, she became a cabaret singer, seamstress, hat maker and, eventually, the world's most famous fashion designer.

Audrey Hepburn

The colourful life of iconic actress Audrey Hepburn, from her early life during World War Two, to ballet school, her acting career and UNICEF work. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world.

Muhammad Ali

When he was little, Muhammad Ali had his bicycle stolen. He wanted to fight the thief, but a policeman told him to learn how to box first. After training hard in the gym, Muhammad developed a strong jab and an even stronger work ethic.

David Bowie

As a child, young David had a head full of songs and ideas. He was inspired by the pop and mod scenes in Britain to pick up the saxophone. After earning his stripes in some of the coolest bands in London, David splashed onto the solo scene. His songwriting talent and musical skill made him one of rock and roll's all-time greatest artists.

Stephen Hawking

New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the life of Stephen Hawking, the genius physicist and author, in this true story of his life. As a child, Stephen used to look up at the stars and wonder what else was out there. After gaining his education at Oxford University, Stephen went on to make a groundbreaking discovery to do with black holes: Hawking radiation.

Bruce Lee

Born in San Francisco but raised in Hong Kong, Bruce Lee was the child star of Hong Kong cinema. But, after getting into trouble as a teenager, his father sent him to live in America. Starring roles were hard to come by for Asian-American actors.

Mahatma Gandhi

As a young teenager in India, Gandhi led a rebellious life and went against his parents' values. But as a young man, he started to form beliefs of his own that harked back to the Hindu principles of his childhood. Gandhi began to dream of unity for all peoples and religions.