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I am Dolly Parton

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I am Dolly Parton by Brad Meltzer is a children's book that celebrates the life and achievements of the iconic country music star, Dolly Parton. It explores her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a beloved singer and philanthropist, highlighting her resilience, creativity, and kindness. The book inspires young readers by showcasing Dolly's determination and the positive impact she has made through her music and charity work.
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If you admire stories of determination and creativity, this children's book might captivate you with the inspiring journey of a beloved country music icon who overcame challenges to achieve fame. Young readers will enjoy learning about resilience and pursuing one's dreams through an engaging narrative.

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I am Dolly Parton

Profiles the legendary country music artist, reading advocate, and philanthropist who has sent over one hundred fifty million free books to children through her Imagination Library, and describes the hardships she overcame.

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The legendary country musician, reading advocate, and philanthropist Dolly Parton is the 28th in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8. (Cover may vary)

An instant New York Times Best Seller!

The legendary country musician, reading advocate, and philanthropist Dolly Parton is the 28th in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8.

This book spotlights Dolly Parton, known for her beloved country songs, who has also sent over 150 million free books to children through her Imagination Library.

This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are:

  • A timeline of key events in the hero's history
  • Photos that bring the story more fully to life
  • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable
  • Childhood moments that influenced the hero
  • Facts that make great conversation-starters
  • A virtue this person embodiesβ€”Dolly Parton's love is seen in everything she does.

You'll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Series: Ordinary People Change the World

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593405925

Publisher: Penguin Young Readers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Penguin Young Readers

Illustration: FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos
  • Illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 200.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 274g

About the Author

Brad Meltzer is the New York Times bestselling author of Heroes for My Son, Heroes for My Daughter, The Lincoln Conspiracy, and a number of suspense novels like The Escape Artist. He also helped find the missing 9/11 flag with his is History Channel television show Brad Meltzer's Lost History. He lives in Florida with his wife and their three children. Christopher Eliopoulos began his illustration career at Marvel Comics, and has worked on thousands of comics, including the graphic novels Cosmic Commandos and Monster Mayhem. He is the author/illustrator of the picture books The Yawns Are Coming! and The Giggles Are Coming! He lives in New Jersey with his wife and their identical twin sons (when the boys are home from college).

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