Dolly Parton (Little People, Big Dreams, 28)

Dolly Parton (Little People, Big Dreams, 28)

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Dolly Parton, the singer-songwriter and businesswoman. Little Dolly grew up in Tennessee in a family "as poor as dirt." She started performing at an early age, singing on local radio and television. After graduating high school, she moved to Nashville to pursue her singing dreams. Her managers wanted her to sing pop, but she followed her heart to sing and write country songs. Her heart was right-Dolly became a musical superstar, but she never forgot where she came from. She now uses her wealth to give back to people, children, and animals in need. This moving book featuresstylish and quirky illustrations andextra facts at the back, including abiographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the singer's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is abest-selling series of books and educational games thatexplore 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 offersinspiring 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 versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools 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!About the AuthorMaria?sabel S?chez Vegara,?orn in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children?s books?nd the author of the multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series of picture books that explore the lives of outstanding people.?orking for more than fifteen?ears for?lients in top advertising agencies, her books combine?reativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship?etween children and pop culture.?