Coco Chanel
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Coco Chanel

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Ana Albero (Illustrator)

Part of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series

Orphaned girl rises to become a legendary fashion icon.

4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,573 ratings
32 pages· 239 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Coco's journey from orphanage to fashion fame unfolds in this captivating tale. After losing her mother, young Coco learns to sew, paving her path from cabaret singer to world-renowned designer. Discover how her dreams and determination transformed her into a style icon. What challenges did she overcome, and how did her early struggles shape her legacy? This beautifully illustrated book invites readers to explore Coco's inspiring life, offering a glimpse into the world of fashion and the power of dreams. Perfect for young dreamers eager to learn about those who dared to change the world.

From the publisher

In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the inspiring story of this international style icon. Following the death of her mother, Coco spent her early life in an orphanage, where she was taught how to use a needle and thread. From there, she became a cabaret singer, seamstress, hat maker, and, eventually, the world’s most famous fashion designer. 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 designer’s life. 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!

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
239
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
700L
Themes & topics
Books about designBooks about biographiesBooks about women in historyBooks about artBooks about culture
What readers & critics say

Reviews

7.0

This book has high re-readability. It offers fun illustrations and a story that inspires.

The Notorious RAD

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5.5

This is a great book and a great series. The story is easy to follow and engaging for my preschooler and toddler, and the characteristics they highlight in Coco Chanel's history and accomplishments are great. The illustrations are stylish and fun. It's a win all around!

Lauren Hancock

Trusted reviewer

5.5

I think this darling board book is a great introduction to Coco Chanel. I love that it talks about her being herself and living her dreams. It also does a good job of telling the story of her journey to becoming a fashion designer.

B is for Bookworm

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.9
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
501777
Publication
Published
February 4, 2016
First published
January 1, 2016
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781847807847

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