Description
Book SynopsisDiscover the remarkable life of Jane Austen, the great British novelist, in this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series. Little Jane was born into a large family with seven brothers and sisters.
She grew up reading and writing stories in the English countryside. As an adult, she wrote witty commentaries about landed gentry in a way that no one had ever done before,
portraying young women who bravely made their own choices. These novels made Jane one of the most loved British writers of all time. This moving book features
stylish and quirky illustrations and
extra facts at the back, including a
biographical timeline with historical images and a detailed profile of the author's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a
bestselling 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
hardback 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!
Trade Review“The kind of books that adults will covet and collect as well… The language and structure is simple enough for young readers, while a biographical timeline at the end of each book offers greater historical complexity” * Irish Times *
“Strikingly illustrated, they’re superb first biographies for younger readers.”
* The Huffington Post *
“A QUIRKY kids biography series“
* The Voice *
“Brilliantly accessible and inspiring” * Rhino Reads *
“One children’s books series trying to fight back… by telling the inspiring stories of women who overcame adversity and made history by pursuing their childhood dreams.” * Toronto Star *
