Meet Ella Fitzgerald, one of the most influential jazz singers of all
time! Part of the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this
inspiring and informative little biography follows the inspirational
life of the First Lady of Song, from her early singing days on the
streets of Harlem to her success as a jazz legend, with the message:
"It's not where you come from, but where you're going that counts."
Ella Fitzgerald grew up near Harlem, in New York, where she was
surrounded by music and dance. After winning first prize in a talent
competition at the Apollo Theater, she went on to tour the world with
her pioneering voice. 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 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!
