Astrid Lindgren by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Astrid Lindgren by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara explores the life of this Sweden author. At a young age, Astrid became enraptured by the magic inherent in books. From a simple square of bound paper with little markings covering them, came faeries, Giants, lands to explore, exotic people to meet. Astrid was a voracious reader, and turned that live to writing, opening the door to new worlds for others to play in. One if her best known works introduced the world to Pippi Longstockings. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at Lindgren’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great! I read this with my cubs. We love this series! Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Bruce Lee by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Sanchez Vegara’s Bruce Lee explores the life of one of cinema’s greatest martial arts actors. Though born in America, Lee was brought up in Hong Kong, where he was a child actor. Some unwise choice led to his father sending him back to the US. Despite many difficulties, Lee went in to found and teach martial arts in the US, and to star in many blockbuster martial arts flicks like Enter the Dragon. At the end is a section with more detailed information on Lee’s life. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great, and full of delightful art to engage younger audiences!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
David Bowie by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
This entry into the charming Little People, BIG DREAMS series takes a look the life of singer David Bowie. From a young age, Bowie was interested in music. His mind overflowed with creative ideas and connections. He learned to play the saxophone, and spent time with several bands. After that, Bowie went solo, using his creativity to become one of music’s greatest artists. He also charmed (or frightened) an entire generating of kids as King Jareth in the classic fantasy flick Labyrinth. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at Bowie’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great! I read this with my cubs. We love this series! Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Evonne Goolagong by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Evonne Goolagong by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara focuses on the life of one of Australia’s most inspiring athletes. Part of the indigenous population native to Australia and a descendant of the Wirundjuri people, Goolagong grew up on a farm. She fell in love with tennis after joining a local club and discovering she had a knack for it. Goolagong practised hard, setting her goal on the prestigious tennis tourney known as Wimbledon. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at Goolagong’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Perfect for libraries, and classroom learning. Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Georgia O’Keeffe by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Vegara’s Georgia O’Keeffe focuses on the life of one of America’s most beloved artists. From a young age, O’Keefe was interested in art. She would wander through nature with her sketchbook rather than playing with other kids. (Sounds like a devoted introvert). As she grew older, she turned to painting, continuing to focus on landscapes. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at O’Keefe’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Full of quirky art, these books are sure to inspire young readers to believe in themselves and their dreams. I read this with my cubs. This series is awesome! Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
