Book Series · 9 Books

Little Guides to Great Lives Books

In order from Leonardo Da Vinci to Maya Angelou.

The Little Guides to Great Lives series is a set of 9 picture books by Isabel Thomas, published between 2018 and 2019. Written for ages 7–11, most books run about 65 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1139

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2018

Leonardo Da Vinci

By Isabel Thomas, Katja Spitzer (Illustrator)

Discover the genius of Leonardo da Vinci and other historical icons in a vibrant, child-friendly guide.

64 pages

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Summary: Explore the life of Leonardo da Vinci, the genius behind the Mona Lisa, who was also a mathematician, scientist, and inventor. 'Little Guides to Great Lives' introduces children to inspiring figures like Marie Curie and Nelson Mandela. With engaging illustrations, this series brings history's most remarkable people to life, sparking curiosity and wonder. What secrets and stories will you uncover about these extraordinary individuals?

The complete set

Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2018

Embark on Darwin's journey to prove a world-changing theory.

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$1139

Anne Frank

Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2019

A young girl hides from Nazis, her diary revealing a world of hope and fear.

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$1139

Ferdinand Magellan

Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2019

Embark on a perilous voyage around the world, facing unknown lands and mutiny.

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$1139

Maya Angelou

Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2019

Discover how one voice overcame adversity to inspire generations.

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$1139

Stephen Hawking

Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2019

Discover the universe through the eyes of a legendary scientist who defied all odds.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Little Guides to Great Lives series?

There are 9 books in the Little Guides to Great Lives series. It began with Leonardo Da Vinci in 2018, and the newest book, Maya Angelou, was published in 2019.