Author: Debbie Griffiths
Publisher: Tate Publishing (CA)
ISBN: 9781629023434
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Shy and burdened with thick glasses and dotted with freckles, growing up in an alcoholic home on the wrong side of the tracks--life holds surprises for those who don't give up on their dreams, and for one little lady, dreams were all she had. From a very real-life crisis, compassion was planted in the heart of a young girl whose dark past did not promise a bright future. Come along on a journey of tragedy and healing, self-discovery, and success in Little Lady, BIG DREAM. From overcoming feelings of rejection and unworthiness, accompanied by paralyzing fear, author Debbie Griffiths blazes her own trail as she brings her dreams to life while becoming an amazingly successful female entrepreneur. From working at the local ice cream shop to building a multimillion-dollar retirement community, a small-town girl turns tragedy into triumph as she leads her company to the very top! ""Debbie Griffiths' Little Lady, BIG DREAM--transparent, encouraging, and insightful, offering help and hope for balancing the demands of life."" Babbie Mason, Recording Artist, Author, Talk Show Host www.babbie.com ""The book you're holding in your hands strips away all of the standard excuses and calls us to chase our BIG DREAM. Debbie Griffiths has proven that past setbacks and current obstacles are no longer a valid excuse for casting our dreams away."" Joe Colavito, VP External Development, Wells Real Estate Funds.
Little Lady, Big Dream
Author: Debbie Griffiths
Publisher: Tate Publishing (CA)
ISBN: 9781629023434
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Shy and burdened with thick glasses and dotted with freckles, growing up in an alcoholic home on the wrong side of the tracks--life holds surprises for those who don't give up on their dreams, and for one little lady, dreams were all she had. From a very real-life crisis, compassion was planted in the heart of a young girl whose dark past did not promise a bright future. Come along on a journey of tragedy and healing, self-discovery, and success in Little Lady, BIG DREAM. From overcoming feelings of rejection and unworthiness, accompanied by paralyzing fear, author Debbie Griffiths blazes her own trail as she brings her dreams to life while becoming an amazingly successful female entrepreneur. From working at the local ice cream shop to building a multimillion-dollar retirement community, a small-town girl turns tragedy into triumph as she leads her company to the very top! ""Debbie Griffiths' Little Lady, BIG DREAM--transparent, encouraging, and insightful, offering help and hope for balancing the demands of life."" Babbie Mason, Recording Artist, Author, Talk Show Host www.babbie.com ""The book you're holding in your hands strips away all of the standard excuses and calls us to chase our BIG DREAM. Debbie Griffiths has proven that past setbacks and current obstacles are no longer a valid excuse for casting our dreams away."" Joe Colavito, VP External Development, Wells Real Estate Funds.
Publisher: Tate Publishing (CA)
ISBN: 9781629023434
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Shy and burdened with thick glasses and dotted with freckles, growing up in an alcoholic home on the wrong side of the tracks--life holds surprises for those who don't give up on their dreams, and for one little lady, dreams were all she had. From a very real-life crisis, compassion was planted in the heart of a young girl whose dark past did not promise a bright future. Come along on a journey of tragedy and healing, self-discovery, and success in Little Lady, BIG DREAM. From overcoming feelings of rejection and unworthiness, accompanied by paralyzing fear, author Debbie Griffiths blazes her own trail as she brings her dreams to life while becoming an amazingly successful female entrepreneur. From working at the local ice cream shop to building a multimillion-dollar retirement community, a small-town girl turns tragedy into triumph as she leads her company to the very top! ""Debbie Griffiths' Little Lady, BIG DREAM--transparent, encouraging, and insightful, offering help and hope for balancing the demands of life."" Babbie Mason, Recording Artist, Author, Talk Show Host www.babbie.com ""The book you're holding in your hands strips away all of the standard excuses and calls us to chase our BIG DREAM. Debbie Griffiths has proven that past setbacks and current obstacles are no longer a valid excuse for casting our dreams away."" Joe Colavito, VP External Development, Wells Real Estate Funds.
Little Lady, Big Dream
Author: Debbie Griffiths
Publisher: Tate Pub & Enterprises Llc
ISBN: 9781604629040
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Shy and burdened with thick glasses and dotted with freckles, growing up in an alcoholic home on the wrong side of the tracks-life holds surprises for those who don't give up on their dreams, and for one little lady, dreams were all she had. From a very real-life crisis, compassion was planted in the heart of a young girl whose dark past did not promise a bright future. Come along on a journey of tragedy and healing, self-discovery, and success in Little Lady, BIG DREAM. From overcoming feelings of rejection and unworthiness, accompanied by paralyzing fear, author Debbie Griffiths blazes her own trail as she brings her dreams to life while becoming an amazingly successful female entrepreneur. From working at the local ice cream shop to building a multimillion-dollar retirement community, a small-town girl turns tragedy into triumph as she leads her company to the very top
Publisher: Tate Pub & Enterprises Llc
ISBN: 9781604629040
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
Shy and burdened with thick glasses and dotted with freckles, growing up in an alcoholic home on the wrong side of the tracks-life holds surprises for those who don't give up on their dreams, and for one little lady, dreams were all she had. From a very real-life crisis, compassion was planted in the heart of a young girl whose dark past did not promise a bright future. Come along on a journey of tragedy and healing, self-discovery, and success in Little Lady, BIG DREAM. From overcoming feelings of rejection and unworthiness, accompanied by paralyzing fear, author Debbie Griffiths blazes her own trail as she brings her dreams to life while becoming an amazingly successful female entrepreneur. From working at the local ice cream shop to building a multimillion-dollar retirement community, a small-town girl turns tragedy into triumph as she leads her company to the very top
Big Dreams, Small Fish
Author: Paula Cohen
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1646141474
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Sydney Taylor Honor Book In the new country, Shirley and her family all have big dreams. Take the family store: Shirley has great ideas about how to make it more modern! Prettier! More profitable! She even thinks she can sell the one specialty no one seems to want to try: Mama’s homemade gefilte fish. But her parents think she’s too young to help. And anyway they didn’t come to America for their little girl to work. “Go play with the cat!” they urge. This doesn’t stop Shirley’s ideas, of course. And one day, when the rest of the family has to rush out leaving her in the store with sleepy Mrs. Gottlieb…Shirley seizes her chance! P R A I S E “Charming. Paula Cohen tells an all-American tale of the Yiddish diaspora.” —The Wall Street Journal “Timeless: an indomitable protagonist and the loving family who dotes on her.” —Publishers Weekly “Beautifully illustrated….Shirley is one smart child, a real asset to her striving family. She is full of innovative ideas, which are depicted by Cohen with both humor and respect.” —Jewish Book Network "An affectionate ode to family, fish, and creative problem solving." —BookPage
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1646141474
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Sydney Taylor Honor Book In the new country, Shirley and her family all have big dreams. Take the family store: Shirley has great ideas about how to make it more modern! Prettier! More profitable! She even thinks she can sell the one specialty no one seems to want to try: Mama’s homemade gefilte fish. But her parents think she’s too young to help. And anyway they didn’t come to America for their little girl to work. “Go play with the cat!” they urge. This doesn’t stop Shirley’s ideas, of course. And one day, when the rest of the family has to rush out leaving her in the store with sleepy Mrs. Gottlieb…Shirley seizes her chance! P R A I S E “Charming. Paula Cohen tells an all-American tale of the Yiddish diaspora.” —The Wall Street Journal “Timeless: an indomitable protagonist and the loving family who dotes on her.” —Publishers Weekly “Beautifully illustrated….Shirley is one smart child, a real asset to her striving family. She is full of innovative ideas, which are depicted by Cohen with both humor and respect.” —Jewish Book Network "An affectionate ode to family, fish, and creative problem solving." —BookPage
Little People, BIG DREAMS: Women in Science
Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Publisher: Little People, BIG DREAMS
ISBN: 1786034026
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
Women in Science boxed set includes Marie Curie, Ada Lovelace and Amelia Earhart
Publisher: Little People, BIG DREAMS
ISBN: 1786034026
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
Women in Science boxed set includes Marie Curie, Ada Lovelace and Amelia Earhart
Rosa Parks
Author: Lisbeth Kaiser
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 1786031744
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the incredible life of Rosa Parks, ' The Mother of the Freedom Movement', in this inspiring story. In this true story of an inspiring civil rights activist, Rosa Parks grew up during segregation in Alabama, but she was taught to respect herself and stand up for her rights. In 1955, Rosa refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her decision had a huge impact on civil rights, eventually leading to the end of segregation on public transport. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. From designers and artists to scientists, all of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. These books make the lives of these role models accessible for children, providing a powerful message to inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world!
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 1786031744
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the incredible life of Rosa Parks, ' The Mother of the Freedom Movement', in this inspiring story. In this true story of an inspiring civil rights activist, Rosa Parks grew up during segregation in Alabama, but she was taught to respect herself and stand up for her rights. In 1955, Rosa refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her decision had a huge impact on civil rights, eventually leading to the end of segregation on public transport. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. From designers and artists to scientists, all of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. These books make the lives of these role models accessible for children, providing a powerful message to inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world!
Dolly Parton (My First Little People, Big Dreams)
Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 0711246246
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
This board book version of Dolly Parton--from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series--introduces the youngest dreamers to the incredible life of this 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. Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this fascinating musician and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling 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 hardcover 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!
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 0711246246
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
This board book version of Dolly Parton--from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series--introduces the youngest dreamers to the incredible life of this 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. Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this fascinating musician and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling 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 hardcover 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!
Stephen Hawking
Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 178603333X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stephen Hawking, the genius physicist and author. When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the brilliant physicist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore 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 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 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!
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 178603333X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stephen Hawking, the genius physicist and author. When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the brilliant physicist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore 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 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 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!
Dream Big, Little Pig!
Author: Kristi Yamaguchi
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1402252773
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Inspire kids of all ages to never give up and always dream big with Dream Big Little Pig, the New York Times bestselling ice skating picture book from Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi! Poppy is a pig with big dreams. She wants to be a star! But she soon discovers that's not as easy as it sounds. It's only when Poppy feels the magic of gliding and sliding, swirling and twirling on ice that she truly believes in herself: Poppy, star of the rink! Dream Big Little Pig is the perfect book to inspire little girls with big dreams. It makes a wonderful ice skating gift for girls!
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1402252773
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Inspire kids of all ages to never give up and always dream big with Dream Big Little Pig, the New York Times bestselling ice skating picture book from Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi! Poppy is a pig with big dreams. She wants to be a star! But she soon discovers that's not as easy as it sounds. It's only when Poppy feels the magic of gliding and sliding, swirling and twirling on ice that she truly believes in herself: Poppy, star of the rink! Dream Big Little Pig is the perfect book to inspire little girls with big dreams. It makes a wonderful ice skating gift for girls!
Frida Kahlo
Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 1786032368
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of 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 from her bed. Her self-portraits, which show her pain and grief, but also her passion for life and instinct for survival, have made her one of the most famous artists of the twentieth century. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore 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 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 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!
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN: 1786032368
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of 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 from her bed. Her self-portraits, which show her pain and grief, but also her passion for life and instinct for survival, have made her one of the most famous artists of the twentieth century. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore 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 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 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!
Dream Big, Little One
Author: Vashti Harrison
Publisher: LB Kids
ISBN: 9780316530262
Category : African American women
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Featuring 18 trailblazing black women in American history, Dream Big, Little One is the board book adaptation of the author's Little leaders: bold women in Black history.
Publisher: LB Kids
ISBN: 9780316530262
Category : African American women
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Featuring 18 trailblazing black women in American history, Dream Big, Little One is the board book adaptation of the author's Little leaders: bold women in Black history.