Hayao Miyazaki

Ed Sheeran

Illustrated by Mariajo Ilustrajo

Discover talented singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran’s life story, from writing his first song aged just 11 to becoming a global super star!  Ed Sheeran’s love of… Read more »

Alexander Hamilton

Illustrated by Anna Aronson

Discover the inspiring story of Alexander Hamilton, the Founding Father, political trailblazer and modern-day icon. Alexander Hamilton’s childhood was characterised by loss and hardship. Yet… Read more »

Harry Kane

Illustrated by Matt Hunt

Learn all about the incredible story of Harry Kane, an inspirational athlete whose determination and hard work helped him become captain of England’s football team.… Read more »

Erno Rubik

Illustrated by Ben Javens

Discover the fascinating story of Ernő Rubik, the inventor of the world-famous Rubik’s Cube, and master of creativity and problem-solving! Ernő Rubik was born in… Read more »

Cristiano Ronaldo

Illustrated by João Fazenda

Discover the incredible story of Cristiano Ronaldo, an inspirational athlete, global megastar and one of the world’s greatest footballers.  Born on the island of Madeira… Read more »

William Shakespeare

Illustrated by Andrea Stegmaier

Learn about the story of William Shakespeare, the incredible playwright and poet who shaped the world of literature.  Little William grew up during the Tudor era,… Read more »

Leonardo da Vinci

Illustrated by Ana Albero

Discover the incredible story of Leonardo da Vinci, the Renaissance genius whose boundless curiosity and creativity changed the world.  Young readers will follow Leonardo from… Read more »

Rihanna

Illustrated by Niña Mata

Discover the inspiring story of Rihanna, from her childhood in Barbados to becoming an international superstar and successful businesswoman.   Growing up on the Caribbean island… Read more »

Chris Hoy

Illustrated by Edita Hajdu

For every book sold, a donation will be paid to Maggie’s, a charity that helps families living with cancer. Discover the life of Sir Chris… Read more »

Steven Spielberg

Illustrated by Keith Negley

Director, writer, editor, producer . . . Steven Spielberg is the person behind some of the most celebrated films ever made. Little People, BIG DREAMS… Read more »

Beethoven

Learn about the inspiring story of Ludwig van Beethoven, the ground-breaking pianist and composer who changed the shape of classical music. Little Ludwig grew up… Read more »

Louis Braille

Illustrated by Ana Albero

Little People, BIG DREAMS Louis Braille explores the life of the remarkable man behind Braille, the tactile reading and writing system. Little Louis was a… Read more »

David Beckham

Illustrated by Fernando Martín

Learn about inspiring story of David Beckham! The much-loved footballer who grew up dreaming of scoring goals for his favourite team. Little David always knew… Read more »

Patrick Mahomes

Illustrated by Guilherme Karsten

Learn about inspiring story of Patrick Mahomes! The legendary American footballer and MVP who grew up dreaming of being a baseball player. Little Patrick grew… Read more »

Dream Big Bingo

Dream Big BINGO! is a bingo game with a difference! Choose an inspirational figure and collect all the qualities they need to fulfil their dreams.… Read more »

Leonard Cohen

Illustrated by Agathe Bray-Bourret

Learn about the incredible life of Leonard Cohen, the inspiring singer-songwriter who shared songs about hope, love, loss and everything that makes us human. Little… Read more »

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Illustrated by Martin Le Lapin

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the talented pilot and… Read more »

Salvador Dali

Illustrated by Mariona Tolosa Sisteré

Learn about the incredible life of Salvador Dalí, one of the pioneers of the Surrealism movement. Little Salvador was born in Figueres, Spain, in the… Read more »

Vincent van Gogh

Illustrated by Alette Straathof

Learn about the life of Vincent van Gogh, one of the world’s most influential and best-loved artists. Little Vincent was a quiet child. He loved spending… Read more »

Rafa Nadal

Illustrated by Rocio Ledesma

Learn about the incredible life of Rafa Nadal, the dedicated sportsperson who’s tenacity and drive has inspired young athletes across the world. Little Rafa was… Read more »

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 »

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 »

Shakira

Illustrated by Laura Diez

As a child, little Shakira knew she was born to be performer. Even as a little girl, she was full of natural rhythm and she was obsessed with singing, writing… Read more »

Hedy Lamarr

Illustrated by Maggie Cole

From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Hedy Lamarr, the actress and inventor whose curiosity broke boundaries. Young Hedy… 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 »

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 »

Nelson Mandela

Illustrated by Alison Hawkins

Meet Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first Black president, and his fight for equality. Little Nelson’s given name was Rolihlahla, which means ‘troublemaker’ in Xhosa, his… 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 »

Marilyn Monroe

Illustrated by Ana Albero

Meet Marilyn Monroe, the iconic movie star. Little Norma Jeane grew up between foster homes, an orphanage, and a family friend’s house – where she… Read more »

Iris Apfel

Illustrated by Kristen Barnhart

Meet Iris Apfel, the vivacious (and accidental) fashion icon. Growing up in Queens, New York, little Iris was the only child at family events. Her… 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 »

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: Women in Art

Meet three inspirational women from the world of art: Frida Kahlo, Coco Chanel, and Audrey Hepburn! This boxed gift set of three hardcover books from… 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 »

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 »

Dolly Parton

Illustrated by Daria Solak

Meet 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… 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 »

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 »

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 »

Audrey Hepburn

Illustrated by Amaia Arrazola

Meet Audrey Hepburn, the iconic Hollywood movie star. Audrey Hepburn grew up in Arnhem in the Netherlands. After living through the hardships of World War… 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »