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Tim Peake
Author: Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara
Illustrated by: Elif Balta Parks
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Discover the inspiring story of Tim Peake, the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and walk in space.
Born on the southern coast of England, Tim grew up with a love of adventure. When he was a teenager, he piloted a plane for the first time, and discovered he was a natural. He joined the British Army, and by training hard, he became a brilliant pilot. One day, he saw the European Space Agency (ESA) was looking for astronauts. Tim was chosen from thousands of applicants, and in 2015 he blasted off into space, becoming the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station.
This picture book introduces children to Tim’s incredible career, showing how a boy who looked to the stars grew up to become a helicopter pilot, flight instructor, hotshot test pilot and British space hero. His involvement in many education programmes since has encouraged children to learn more about space and science.
By following his passion, Tim has flown higher than he could ever have dreamed, inspiring the next generation of scientists and explorers to reach for the stars.
This exciting book also features dynamic illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the astronaut’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 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.
Elif Balta Parks
Elif Balta Parks is a Turkish illustrator living in the UK. A self-described cheese lover, hamster admirer and chocolate connoisseur, Elif holds a degree in business and studied Fine Art before embarking on her illustration career. In her work, she strives to achieve bright, cheerful illustrations that capture the joy of childhood. As long as there is a warm chair, some tea and a cat, she’s happy.
Specs:
Extent: 32 pages
ISBN: UK 9781805703389
Size: 9.449in x 7.677in / 240mm x 195mm
Published: October 6, 2026
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