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In Beyoncé by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, part of the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, readers are introduced to the awe-inspiring journey of Beyoncé Knowles. Born in Houston, Texas, Beyoncé was a quiet child who found solace and joy in singing and dancing. Her... Read More
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Beyoncé

Part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Beyonce tells the inspiring story of one of the worlds most iconic performers.

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In Beyoncé by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, part of the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, readers are introduced to the awe-inspiring journey of Beyoncé Knowles. Born in Houston, Texas, Beyoncé was a quiet child who found solace and joy in singing and dancing. Her passion for performance was ignited at a young age when she attended a concert that left her profoundly inspired. Soon after, she began entertaining customers at her mother’s barber shop, dreaming of a bigger stage.

Beyoncé's talent was undeniable, and at the age of eight, she won a local talent show. This led her to join the girl group Girls Tyme, which eventually evolved into Destiny's Child. The group swiftly rose to fame with their energetic R&B songs and impeccable dance routines. As a solo artist, Beyoncé's career soared even higher. She delighted fans worldwide with groundbreaking albums such as I Am... Sasha Fierce, Lemonade, and Renaissance, with hits like "Irreplaceable" and "Crazy in Love" becoming anthems of the era.

Beyoncé's impact transcends music. She holds the record for the most Grammy nominations in history and is considered one of the most influential individuals globally. Beyond her success in the music industry, she is a dedicated mother, savvy businesswoman, philanthropist, and an inspirational role model for aspiring dreamers everywhere.

This beautifully illustrated book provides more than just a story; it features stylish and quirky illustrations and includes extra facts at the back. Readers will find a biographical timeline complete with historical photos, presenting a detailed profile of Beyoncé’s life and achievements.

Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for children, celebrating the lives of exceptional individuals, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. Each story in the series reinforces the idea that amazing accomplishments begin with a childhood dream. The series aims to inspire children through various formats: the board books with simple sentences are ideal for reading aloud to babies and toddlers; the hardback and paperback versions offer enhanced storytelling for beginning readers. Additionally, rewritten texts for older children are available in treasury volumes that compile stories of numerous dreamers.

To make these inspiring lives even more accessible, themed boxed sets, activity books, and journals are available. These tools are designed to encourage children to embrace their dreams and pursue greatness.

Inspire the next generation of outstanding individuals poised to change the world with Beyoncé from the Little People, BIG DREAMS series!

Series: Little People, BIG DREAMS

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711292130

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 April 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jade Orlando

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children's books. In 2014, she created a book for her two twin nieces for their birthday, which shortly thereafter became the first book in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series. This multimillion-copy bestselling series of picture books explores the lives of outstanding people. From Mahatma Gandhi to Aretha Franklin, to Prince, Sanchez Vegara researches complex careers and makes them accessible to young children, with her unique and mindful style of writing. She works with a diverse team of illustrators to make each book lively, eye-catching and motivating. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture. Jade Orlando is an award-winning illustrator working in Atlanta, Georgia. Her colourful illustrations are featured in books, apparel, advertising and licensing, with clients including Hallmark, Simon & Schuster, and the ACLU. Jade lives in the burbs with her husband, three cats, and a Greyhound named Petra. When she's not illustrating, you can usually find her curled up with her pets and a really good book.

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