In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible
life of Lewis Hamilton, Formula One champion.
Little Lewis's childhood was filled with cars, motorcycles and
watching Formula One with his dad. On his fifth birthday, he
received a remote-controlled racing car and joined a local club. It was
hard being the only Black child there, but he listened to his dad's
words: "Let your results speak for you". His hobby led him to
go-kart racing, and at the age of 10 he became the youngest ever
winner of the British cadet go-karting competition. Shortly after, he
began training as a racing driving with McLaren, rising through the
ranks to compete at Formula One's Grand Prix.
Despite his amazing successes, from breaking the record for the most
triumphs in Formula One, to his knighthood, Lewis has never
forgotten where he came from. Today he is a campaigner for racial
justice and racial diversity in sport, as well as an advocate for
positive mental health as well as environmental issues.
This inspiring 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 incredible young poet
and activist's life so far.
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!
