Nelson Mandela

Stan Lee

Illustrated by Ana Albero

Be inspired by the amazing life of Stan Lee, the comic book genius who created Spider-Man, The Hulk and Iron Man! Little Stan grew up… Read more »

Usain Bolt

Illustrated by Karen Crosbie

Discover the life of Usain Bolt. Growing up in a rural town in Jamaica, Usain was a standout cricketeer and sprinter from a young age. His… Read more »

Lenny Henry

Illustrated by Diane Ewen

Discover the incredible life of Sir Lenny Henry, the multi-talented comedian, actor, writer and activist. Ever since he was small, Lenny Henry wanted to be… Read more »

Tenzing Norgay

Illustrated by Bandana Tulachan

Discover the life of Tenzing Norgay, one of the first two people to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1953. When Tenzing was young,… Read more »

Steve Irwin

Illustrated by Sonny Ross

Discover the incredible life of Steve Irwin, animal lover and wildlife conservationist. Little Steve loved animals, and his childhood was spent amongst Australia’s wildlife. As… Read more »

Olive Morris

Illustrated by Aurelia Durand

Discover the life of Olive Morris, the social justice activist and campaigner. Olive was a child when she moved from the countryside in Jamaica to… Read more »

Vanessa Nakate

Illustrated by Olivia Amoah

Discover the incredible life of Vanessa Nakate, the Ugandan climate-justice activist.   As a kid, when little Vanessa heard about climate change, she thought it was… Read more »

King Charles

Illustrated by Matt Hunt

Discover the life of King Charles! Little Charles always knew that, one day, he would have a big job to do. As the son of Queen Elizabeth… Read more »

Lewis Hamilton

Illustrated by Fernando Martín

Meet 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… Read more »

Freddie Mercury

Illustrated by Ruby Taylor

Meet Freddie Mercury, the trailblazing musician who rocked the world! Born on the tiny island on Zanzibar off the coast of modern-day Tanzania, young Farrokh dreamt… Read more »

Dwayne Johnson

Illustrated by Lirios Bou

Born into a family of Samoan and Black wrestlers, little Dwayne travelled with his parents and watched his family fight in the ring, but he much… Read more »

Marcus Rashford

Illustrated by Guilherme Karsten

In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Marcus Rashford, the world-famous footballer and campaigner against… Read more »

Gloria Steinem

Illustrated by Lucila Perini

Meet Gloria Steinem, the world’s most famous feminist. Gloria realised from a young age that the women were treated differently than men, and that wasn’t… Read more »

Amanda Gorman

Illustrated by Queenbe Monyei

Discover the incredible life of Amanda Gorman, America’s astounding young poet and activist. From an early age, Little Amanda read everything she could get her hands… Read more »

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Earth Heroes

Illustrated by Anke Weckmann

Meet three inspirational Earth Heroes whose love of the natural world inspires them to make a difference: Jane Goodall, Greta Thunberg, and David Attenborough! This… Read more »

Michael Jordan

Illustrated by Lo Harris

Meet Michael Jordan, one of the greatest all-time basketball players. Little Michael wanted to be the first at everything – especially if that meant beating… Read more »

Harry Houdini

Illustrated by Juliana Vido

Meet Harry Houdini, one of the most famous entertainers to have ever lived. When he was four, little Ehrich emigrated with his family from Hungary… Read more »

Pablo Picasso

Illustrated by Teresa Bellon

Meet Pablo Picasso, one of the world’s greatest artists in the 20th century.  Little Pablo grew up in an artistic household and after drawing his first painting at… Read more »

Yoko Ono

Illustrated by Momoko Abe

Discover the inspiring true story of Yoko Ono, the artist. When Yoko was little, she had everything she could dream of in Japan, except time… Read more »

Charles Dickens

Illustrated by Isobel Ross

Discover the life of Charles Dickens, the influential author.  When Charles was a boy he made up his own adventures. But after a Dickensian twist of… Read more »

Albert Einstein

Illustrated by Jean Claude

Meet Albert Einstein, the legendary scientist. Little Albert grew up in Germany, where it took him four years to formulate his first word. He was fascinated… Read more »

Treasury: 50 Stories from Brilliant Dreamers

Dive deeper into the world of Little People, BIG DREAMS with this keepsake treasury featuring 50 dreamers from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling series. Learn… Read more »

Leaders

An all-new board book introducing the youngest dreamers to the world’s best-loved leaders. “Hello little leader! Let’s learn about braveness, and boldness, and kindness. There’s… Read more »

Artists

An all-new board book introducing the youngest dreamers to the world’s best-loved artists. “Hello little artist! Let’s learn about painters, and sculptors, and designers. There’s… Read more »

Kamala Harris

Illustrated by Lauren Semmer

Meet Kamala Harris, the first woman, first Black person, and first South Asian American to be elected Vice President of the USA Little Kamala used to… Read more »

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Illustrated by Judit Orosz

Meet Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the beloved supreme court justice. Little Ruth’s mom taught her to be a lady—which meant to be her own independent self.… Read more »

Michelle Obama

Illustrated by Mia Saine

Meet Michelle Obama, the iconic first lady, advocate, lawyer, and author. Young Michelle grew up on the South Side of Chicago in a close-knit family.… Read more »

Mindy Kaling

Illustrated by Roza Nozari

Meet Mindy Kaling, the actor, writer, producer, and director. When Mindy was a little girl, she loved TV comedy sketches; in particular, Saturday Night Live.… Read more »

RuPaul

Illustrated by Wednesday Holmes

Meet RuPaul, the shape-shifter, performer, supermodel, and host of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Even before little Ru was born, a fortune teller told his mom that… Read more »

Hans Christian Andersen

Illustrated by Maxine Lee-Mackie

Meet Hans Christian Andersen, the father of fairy tales. When Hans Christian Andersen was a little boy, he treated storybooks as jewels to be treasured.… Read more »

Andy Warhol

Illustrated by Timothy Hunt

Meet Andy Warhol, the ground-breaking pop artist. Little Andy was the tiniest and palest child of the Warholas, a humble couple from Slovakia who lived… Read more »

Malala Yousafzai

Illustrated by Manal Mirza

Meet Malala Yousafzai, the incredible activist for girls’ education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate​. When Malala was born in Mingora, Pakistan, her father was… Read more »

Charles Darwin

Illustrated by Mark Hoffman

Meet Charles Darwin, the scientist who changed the way people see the world. Although he didn’t do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately… Read more »

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Emmeline Pankhurst Book and Paper Doll Gift Edition Set

Illustrated by Ana Sanfelippo

Meet Emmeline Pankhurst—the leader of the Suffragettes—in this book and paper doll gift edition set. Read the story of this inspiring activist's life, and role… Read more »

Rosa Parks

Illustrated by Marta Antelo

Meet Rosa Parks, the "Mother of the Freedom Movement." Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an… Read more »

Maya Angelou

Illustrated by Leire Salaberria

Meet Maya Angelou, the powerful speaker, writer, and civil rights activist. Maya Angelou spent much of her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas. After a traumatic event… Read more »

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Black Voices

Illustrated by Lisbeth Kaiser

Meet three inspirational figures from Black culture and history: Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King Jr., and Rosa Parks! This boxed gift set of three hardcover… Read more »

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Music Stars

Meet three inspirational women from the world of music: Ella Fitzgerald, Dolly Parton, and Josephine Baker! This boxed gift set of three hardcover books from… Read more »

Prince

Illustrated by Cachetejack

Meet Prince, one of the most iconic performers in music history. From a young age, Prince was obsessed with music. Even though he couldn’t read… Read more »

Maya Angelou

Illustrated by Leire Salaberria

Meet Maya Angelou, the powerful speaker, writer, and civil rights activist. Maya Angelou spent much of her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas. After a traumatic event… Read more »

Frida Kahlo

Illustrated by Gee Fan Eng

Meet Frida Kahlo, the world-renowned painter. When Frida was a teenager, a terrible road accident changed her life forever. Unable to walk, she began painting… Read more »

Mahatma Gandhi

Illustrated by Albert Arrayas

Meet Mahatma Gandhi, a champion of peace and human rights. As a young teenager in India, Gandhi led a rebellious life and went against his… Read more »

Bruce Lee

Illustrated by Miguel Bustos

Meet Bruce Lee, the martial artist and Hollywood film star. Born in San Francisco but raised in Hong Kong, Bruce Lee was the child star… Read more »

Rudolf Nureyev

Illustrated by Eleonora Arosio

Meet Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest male ballet dancers of all time. Rudolf fell in love with dance as a child. But he was… Read more »

Wilma Rudolph

Illustrated by Amelia Flower

Meet Wilma Rudolph, the remarkable sprinter and Olympic champion. Wilma was born into a family with 22 brothers and sisters, in the segregated South. She… Read more »

Stephen Hawking

Illustrated by Matt Hunt

Meet Stephen Hawking, the genius physicist and author. When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder… Read more »

Zaha Hadid

Illustrated by Asun Amar

Meet Zaha Hadid tells the inspiring true story of the visionary Iraqi-British architect. Zaha Hadid grew up in Baghdad, Iraq, surrounded by music. She was… Read more »

Muhammad Ali

Illustrated by Brosmind

Meet Muhammad Ali, "the greatest" boxer of all time. When he was little, Muhammad Ali had his bicycle stolen. He wanted to fight the thief,… Read more »

Harriet Tubman

Illustrated by Pili Aguado

Meet Harriet Tubman, the Underground Railroad conductor who "never lost a single passenger."  Little Harriet was born into slavery on a plantation in Maryland. Though… Read more »

Josephine Baker

Illustrated by Agathe Sorlet

Meet Josephine Baker, the world-famous entertainer, activist, and French Resistance agent. Josephine Baker was born for the stage. But growing up in segregated St. Louis,… Read more »

Mother Teresa

Illustrated by Natascha Rosenberg

Meet Mother Teresa, along with her message of love and charity. Agnes (later to become Mother Teresa) was born in Skopje. From an early age,… Read more »

Ella Fitzgerald

Illustrated by Bàrbara Alca

Meet Ella Fitzgerald, First Lady of Song who once said, "It's not where you come from, but where you're going that counts." Ella Fitzgerald grew… Read more »

Emmeline Pankhurst

Illustrated by Ana Sanfelippo

Meet Emmeline Pankhurst, an inspiring women's rights activist who changed the world for future generations of women. As a child, Emmeline Pankhurst was inspired by… Read more »

Little People, BIG DREAMS Sticker Activity Book

Featuring coloring, stickers, search & find, connect-the-dots, spot the difference, mazes, and more, in paperback format, discover an activity book companion to the Little People,… Read more »

Little People, BIG DREAMS Coloring Book

Illustrated by Lisbeth Kaiser

Grab your coloring pencils and get creative, with Little People, BIG DREAMS! 15 famous faces are featured in this coloring book accompaniment to the best-selling… Read more »

Rosa Parks

Illustrated by Marta Antelo

Meet Rosa Parks, the "Mother of the Freedom Movement." Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an… Read more »

Elton John

Illustrated by Sophie Beer

Meet Elton John, the piano wizard who rocketed to stardom with his music. As a child, Elton started playing his grandmother's piano in Harrow, London.… Read more »

Captain Tom Moore

Illustrated by Christophe Jacques

Meet Captain Tom Moore, the veteran who raised over £30 million for the UK's National Health Service during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. Once there was… Read more »

Stevie Wonder

Illustrated by Melissa Lee Johnson

Meet Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world’s best-loved songs. At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland Judkins was going… Read more »

John Lennon

Illustrated by Octavia Bromell

Meet John Lennon, the boy from Liverpool who dreamed of peace.   When John Lennon formed a band while still in school, he couldn’t have… Read more »

Greta Thunberg

Illustrated by Anke Weckmann

Meet Greta Thunberg, the environmental activist. When young Greta learned of the climate crisis, she stopped talking. She couldn't understand why people in power were… Read more »

Aretha Franklin

Illustrated by Amy Blackwell

Meet Aretha Franklin, "The Queen of Soul." The fourth of five children, Aretha was born in Tennessee and took the stage at an early age… Read more »

Alan Turing

Illustrated by Ashling Lindsay

Meet Alan Turing, the genius code cracker and father of theoretical computer science and artificial intelligence. Alan grew up in England, where his best friends were… Read more »

Corazon Aquino

Illustrated by Ginnie Hsu

Meet Corazon Aquino, the first female president of the Philippines. Little Cory was a shy, studious child with a great sense of justice. As a… Read more »

Billie Jean King

Illustrated by Miranda Sofroniou

Meet Billie Jean King, the tennis star who has dedicated her life to breaking barriers both on and off the tennis court. Billie Jean began… Read more »

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Illustrated by Luciano Lozano

Meet Jean-Michel Basquiat, the graffiti street art movement pioneer. Jean-Michel was born in Brooklyn, New York, to a Puerto Rican mother and Haitian father. When… Read more »

Jesse Owens

Illustrated by Anna Katharina Jansen

Meet Jesse Owens, the historic and barrier-breaking track and field star. The youngest of ten children, Jesse grew up working in the cotton fields of… Read more »

Ayrton Senna

Illustrated by Alex G Griffiths

Meet Ayrton Senna, the legendary Formula One hotshot. From the moment his father gave four-year-old Ayrton Senna a go-kart, he was in love with racing.… Read more »

Bob Dylan

Illustrated by Conrad Roset

Meet Bob Dylan, the iconic singer-songwriter, poet, and artist. Bob Dylan was born in Duluth, Minnesota. As a teenager, he played in various bands and,… Read more »

Evonne Goolagong

Illustrated by Lisa Koesterke

Meet Evonne Goolagong, the inspiring indigenous Australian tennis player. Evonne grew up on a hot, dusty farm in Australia. She was the third of eight… Read more »

Martin Luther King Jr.

Illustrated by Mai Ly Degnan

Meet Martin Luther King Jr., the inspiring minister and civil rights activist. Little Martin grew up in a family of preachers: his dad was a… Read more »

Pele

Illustrated by Camila Rosa

Meet Pelé, Brazil’s all-time King of Soccer. With a sock full of rags for a ball, Pelé honed his skills in a poor neighborhood in… Read more »

David Attenborough

Illustrated by Mikyo Noh

Meet David Attenborough, the inspiring broadcaster and conservationist. Little David grew up in Leicester on the campus of a university, where his father was a… Read more »

Ernest Shackleton

Illustrated by Olivia Holden

Meet Ernest Shackleton, the fearless Antarctic adventurer. When Ernest Shackleton was young, he longed for a life of adventure. After a career in the Merchant… Read more »

Steve Jobs

Illustrated by Aura Lewis

Meet Steve Jobs, the visionary whose ideas still shape the world. Steve Jobs grew up surrounded by inventors, in sunny Silicon Valley, California. He and… Read more »