In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Aretha Franklin, "The Queen of Soul."
The fourth of five children, Aretha was born in Tennessee and took the
stage at an early age in her father's church choir. She went on to
become the best-selling rhythm and blues singer of all time, and the
first woman to be installed in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 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 broadcaster's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling biography series for
kids that explores 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 of books 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 and paperback versions present expanded stories for
beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the
treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single
volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in
boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal 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!
