In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Dolly Parton, the singer-songwriter and businesswoman.
Little Dolly grew up in Tennessee in a family 'as poor as dirt'. She
started performing at an early age, singing on local radio and
television. After graduating high school, she moved to Nashville to
pursue her singing dreams. Her managers wanted her to sing pop, but
she followed her heart to sing and write country songs.
Her heart was right - Dolly became a musical superstar, but she never
forgot where she came from. She now uses her wealth to give back to
people, children and animals in need. 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 singer's 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!
