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