
Titles in This Set
Zaha Hadid
Mary Shelley
Martin Luther King Jr.
David Attenborough
Astrid Lindgren
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Age Range: Ages 4-8 (Pre-K-Grade 3)
Overview
Discover five inspiring lives in one hardcover set from the best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series. This collection brings together architect Zaha Hadid, novelist Mary Shelley, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., naturalist David Attenborough, and children's author Astrid Lindgren. Written by Isabel Sánchez Vegara, each 32-page biography uses simple, rhythmic text and vivid illustrations to introduce young readers to real people who dreamed big. A wonderful addition to any home library or gift list for curious kids ages 4 to 8.
About the Books
Each hardcover in this five-book set follows the gentle, empowering format that has made Little People, BIG DREAMS a beloved series: a warm retelling of a real person's childhood and the passion that shaped their future. Zaha Hadid's story traces her journey from a curious girl in Baghdad to one of the world's most celebrated architects. Mary Shelley's biography follows the young storyteller whose imagination gave the world Frankenstein. Martin Luther King Jr.'s book introduces his childhood in a family devoted to faith and service, and the courage that grew into a movement for justice. David Attenborough's story follows a boy obsessed with science and animals who became one of the planet's most celebrated conservationists. Astrid Lindgren's biography reveals the happy Swedish farm childhood that inspired her to write beloved stories like Pippi Longstocking. Every book closes with a fact-filled timeline and photographs. Together, these five biographies span architecture, literature, civil rights, science, and storytelling, in a consistent hardcover format that's easy to display and enjoy.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Zaha Hadid — Follows the Iraqi-British architect from a curious Baghdad childhood to designing striking modern buildings.
Mary Shelley — Traces the young Englishwoman's storytelling imagination as it grew into the classic gothic novel Frankenstein.
Martin Luther King Jr. — Introduces the family faith and quiet determination that shaped a leader of the Civil Rights Movement.
David Attenborough — Follows a science-loving boy from Leicester who became one of the world's most celebrated naturalists and broadcasters.
Astrid Lindgren — Shares how a joyful Swedish farm childhood inspired the beloved creator of Pippi Longstocking.
About the Author
Isabel Sánchez Vegara is a Barcelona-based author and the creator of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, an internationally best-selling collection of illustrated biographies for children. Before writing for children, she worked in advertising, where she developed a love of clear, engaging storytelling. Vegara created the series to introduce young readers to real people who changed the world, pairing accessible text with illustrations from a rotating roster of artists. Her books are published in dozens of languages worldwide.
Why You'll Love This Set
This five-book hardcover set turns story time into an inspiring history lesson, introducing kids to real achievers who once dreamed just like they do. With sturdy pages and matching illustrated art, it's a natural pick for birthday gifts, holiday stockings, baby showers, or a classroom library refresh.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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