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Little People, BIG DREAMS
Stephen Hawking (Volume 27)
New in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stephen Hawking, the genius physicist and author.
When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. 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 brilliant physicist's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore 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 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 versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools 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!
When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. 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 brilliant physicist's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore 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 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 versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools 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!
32 pages, Hardcover
First published October 17, 2018
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About the author
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara
201 books446 followersMaria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director perhaps best known as the author of much of the Little People, Big Dreams series. Each book tells the childhood story of one of the world's female icons in an entertaining, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers, allowing them to identify with the characters in each story.
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February 15, 2019
'They all ate dinner with a knife, a fork, and the company of a good book'.
I KNEW that was the secret of becoming a genius :-)
'No matter how difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at'.
‘Little people, big dreams’ is bound to become my next favourite series. I loved the quirky style of the illustrations- so colourful and engaging. The high quality of artwork is matched by the informative and entertaining text, simple and accessible even to a very young child. I can easily see this inspiring book being read aloud by parents as well as being used in class as a springboard for discussion on the true meaning of success in life.
Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for the privilege of reading and reviewing a copy of this wonderful book.
I KNEW that was the secret of becoming a genius :-)
'No matter how difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at'.
‘Little people, big dreams’ is bound to become my next favourite series. I loved the quirky style of the illustrations- so colourful and engaging. The high quality of artwork is matched by the informative and entertaining text, simple and accessible even to a very young child. I can easily see this inspiring book being read aloud by parents as well as being used in class as a springboard for discussion on the true meaning of success in life.
Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for the privilege of reading and reviewing a copy of this wonderful book.
April 4, 2019
The story of Stephen Hawking's life told in an interesting way with bright and colourful illustrations. I like this series when the illustrations work well and the subject is a person who's story can be included for children to read without having to censor major events because of the young target age this series is intended for. The style of illustration was okay but I didn't like the simplified faces, this meant occasionally I wasn't sure who was being shown in the drawing and you couldn't gage the age of Stephen, his picture looked the same as the school boy Stephen when you suddenly realised time had passed and he was married with children. However it is an interesting book to read and I like the way these books have photos and facts in the back pages. This series would make good early readers.
February 13, 2019
The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This series is always a joy to read, it’s a really nice introduction to well known people for little children. Of course the plot is always a little bit fast but that’s to be expected and it’s totally understandable.
I know quite a lot about Stephen Hawking's life but it is always inspiring to read about his achievements considering that most of them happened when his illness had already started taking control of his body. I'm always in awe of such a brilliant mind. This is definitely a nice introduction to the life of one of the most important scientists of our time.
This series is always a joy to read, it’s a really nice introduction to well known people for little children. Of course the plot is always a little bit fast but that’s to be expected and it’s totally understandable.
I know quite a lot about Stephen Hawking's life but it is always inspiring to read about his achievements considering that most of them happened when his illness had already started taking control of his body. I'm always in awe of such a brilliant mind. This is definitely a nice introduction to the life of one of the most important scientists of our time.
February 12, 2019
Another great addition to Little People, Big Dreams. I always like that the include a short, extended bio at the end. It’s nice for the adults and older children who may read this to their toddlers.
April 21, 2019
Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara's introduction to famed British astro-physicist Stephen Hawking is one of the rare positive instalments I have so far encountered in the Little People, Big Dreams series. Presenting a simple but still more than detailed enough portrait of Stephen Hawking's life (from his childhood in Oxford to his stellar university career which even his diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis could not hamper and destroy), Stephen Hawking is sufficiently informative to present an extensive biographical narrative of both Stephen Hawking as a family man and as an astro-physicist of talent and renown, as the individual who penned the world-famous A Brief History of Time and yet still simple enough to be enjoyed and appreciated by the intended audience, by the so-called picture book crowd (and indeed, the only and very mild criticism I do have regarding Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara's text is that I really do not understand why in Stephen Hawking, the book that made Hawking famous, his above mentioned A Brief History of Time, is not referred to by title within the narrative itself, is simply called a book that "helped the world understand the meaning of the universe").
Now with regard to Matt Hunt's accompanying illustrations, thankfully and fortunately (as that has sadly only rarely been the case for me with regard to the Little People, Big Dreams series), they are bright, realistically descriptive, historically accurate (read not anachronistic in appearance) and yes indeed, Matt Hunt's pictures, they do work very well both mirroring Maria Sánchez Vegara's printed words and sometimes even expanding a bit on them (such as the illustration of the Hawking family seated at the dinner table, with each of them reading a book, or Stephen Hawking standing in front of a blackboard full of mathematical symbols and formulae, which visually totally underscores that even though with his ALS diagnosis Stephen Hawking's body was basically giving up on him, this did not affect either his mind or his career as a scientist), although I do indeed rather wish that Matt Hunt had rendered his human figures a bit more aesthetically versatile, as the fact that they basically all have almost the exact same facial expressions no matter who they are and not matter if they are male or female, this does make Stephen Hawking, his wife, well, everyone drawn and depicted in Stephen Hawking look rather too much the same and akin countenance and expression wise.
Now with regard to Matt Hunt's accompanying illustrations, thankfully and fortunately (as that has sadly only rarely been the case for me with regard to the Little People, Big Dreams series), they are bright, realistically descriptive, historically accurate (read not anachronistic in appearance) and yes indeed, Matt Hunt's pictures, they do work very well both mirroring Maria Sánchez Vegara's printed words and sometimes even expanding a bit on them (such as the illustration of the Hawking family seated at the dinner table, with each of them reading a book, or Stephen Hawking standing in front of a blackboard full of mathematical symbols and formulae, which visually totally underscores that even though with his ALS diagnosis Stephen Hawking's body was basically giving up on him, this did not affect either his mind or his career as a scientist), although I do indeed rather wish that Matt Hunt had rendered his human figures a bit more aesthetically versatile, as the fact that they basically all have almost the exact same facial expressions no matter who they are and not matter if they are male or female, this does make Stephen Hawking, his wife, well, everyone drawn and depicted in Stephen Hawking look rather too much the same and akin countenance and expression wise.
March 10, 2022
This one was really pretty good. I still wish they were longer. I don’t know maybe nothing happened between when he was diagnosed with ALS and when he discovered Hawking Radiation but a little something would’ve been nice. Also maybe more about how being told he only had a few years to live made him feel, or even to name the disease would’ve been good. I think you g kids can handle it. So, I seem to be focusing on the negatives rather than the positives.
I really liked the illustrations. The details about Hawking’s family were interesting and how he grew up and into the scientist we all know he was were nicely detailed. I suppose that’s what these little picture books are meant to do, show children how these role models grew up so that they can be inspired by them.
I really liked the illustrations. The details about Hawking’s family were interesting and how he grew up and into the scientist we all know he was were nicely detailed. I suppose that’s what these little picture books are meant to do, show children how these role models grew up so that they can be inspired by them.
December 9, 2019
Stephen Hawking by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is another addition to the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series. While the quality of both the text and illustrations certainly lives up to the standard of excellence that we have come to expect from this wonderful series, I did find the story itself to be marginally scaled down and somewhat simplistic compared to previous books. Once again, however, I applaud the author's success at taking a complex lifetime of achievement and paring down the details in a way that is both a respectful tribute, while at the same time remaining accessible to young minds. I will continue to look for any new additions to this remarkable series.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Childrens for this ARC.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Childrens for this ARC.
February 19, 2019
I have heard great things about the Little People, Big Dreams series, so I was eager to read this instalment which features the great scientist Stephen Hawking.
The book covers the major details of his life from birth, a childhood where he struggled in school and yet excelled in questioning and discovering, to his life in university, including the onset of the disease that would so impact his physicality and great discoveries he made. At the conclusion of the story is a slightly more detailed biography, a well as suggestions for further reading. While this story includes enough details to be adequate for young readers foraging into research it is a pleasant story to simply read and enjoy, all the while learning about the great man.
The language used is simple and the storytelling straightforward. The digitally created illustrations are bright and eye catching, bringing the characters to life.
Stephen Hawking is a great addition to the Little People, Big Dreams collection.
The publishers provided an advanced readers copy of this book for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.
Find more reviews, reading age guides, content advisory, and recommendations on my blog Madison's Library
The book covers the major details of his life from birth, a childhood where he struggled in school and yet excelled in questioning and discovering, to his life in university, including the onset of the disease that would so impact his physicality and great discoveries he made. At the conclusion of the story is a slightly more detailed biography, a well as suggestions for further reading. While this story includes enough details to be adequate for young readers foraging into research it is a pleasant story to simply read and enjoy, all the while learning about the great man.
The language used is simple and the storytelling straightforward. The digitally created illustrations are bright and eye catching, bringing the characters to life.
Stephen Hawking is a great addition to the Little People, Big Dreams collection.
The publishers provided an advanced readers copy of this book for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.
Find more reviews, reading age guides, content advisory, and recommendations on my blog Madison's Library
March 11, 2021
>>however difficult life may seem, there ist always something that you can do and succeed at<<
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March 26, 2019
I've seen books from this series pop up from time to time on my Goodreads feed, but I'd never tried one before. This particular book is about the British physicist Stephen Hawking.
As a biography aimed at kids, it's pretty good. I didn't learn anything I hadn't known before (since I've seen The Theory of Everything, the biopic based on the memoir by his wife) but the book laid out his life and accomplishments in a nice, easy-to-understand format. There's a timeline in the back that offers a little more biographical information about the man and his disease (referred to only as ALS; this is a children's book, after all). Hawking had so many accomplishments that it must've been difficult to decide what to focus on. This book mainly talks about his discovery of Hawking radiation and glosses over most of the rest of the things he did.
I suppose this book is a good place to start for kids who don't know anything at all about the physicist. Luckily, there are some books listed at the end for additional reading, which is a nice touch. If this volume is indicative of the quality of simple, kid-oriented biographies in the rest of the series, then I hope to read some more of them in the future.
Thank you to NetGalley and Lincoln Children's Books for providing a digital ARC.
As a biography aimed at kids, it's pretty good. I didn't learn anything I hadn't known before (since I've seen The Theory of Everything, the biopic based on the memoir by his wife) but the book laid out his life and accomplishments in a nice, easy-to-understand format. There's a timeline in the back that offers a little more biographical information about the man and his disease (referred to only as ALS; this is a children's book, after all). Hawking had so many accomplishments that it must've been difficult to decide what to focus on. This book mainly talks about his discovery of Hawking radiation and glosses over most of the rest of the things he did.
I suppose this book is a good place to start for kids who don't know anything at all about the physicist. Luckily, there are some books listed at the end for additional reading, which is a nice touch. If this volume is indicative of the quality of simple, kid-oriented biographies in the rest of the series, then I hope to read some more of them in the future.
Thank you to NetGalley and Lincoln Children's Books for providing a digital ARC.
March 20, 2019
The Little People, Big Dreams children's series is primarily full of famous women from history. However there are a few noted men included; and instead of being Presidents or your average successful white male they chose some people that I think are more inspiring for children. In this edition we get Stephen Hawking.
Hawking is a man I have untold respect for. To live your life with virtually no ability to do anything yourself and yet still be able to show others that you have abnormally high intelligence is difficult. Most people would see Hawking (if they didn't know him) and immediately dismiss him because of his inability to physically move. He sure proves them all wrong!
I really like how these books are easy to follow. Good starter reading for kids. A Grade 1 student learning to read, for example, could learn new words and discover a new hero from them. Isabel Sanchez Vegara has done a good job of taking a lot of complex moments in Hawking's life and bringing them down to a child's level. My hope is that kids will read this book and want to become scientists or at least learn that the universe and space are mysterious and worth studying.
To read this and more of my reviews visit my blog at Epic Reading
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is an honest and unbiased review.
Hawking is a man I have untold respect for. To live your life with virtually no ability to do anything yourself and yet still be able to show others that you have abnormally high intelligence is difficult. Most people would see Hawking (if they didn't know him) and immediately dismiss him because of his inability to physically move. He sure proves them all wrong!
I really like how these books are easy to follow. Good starter reading for kids. A Grade 1 student learning to read, for example, could learn new words and discover a new hero from them. Isabel Sanchez Vegara has done a good job of taking a lot of complex moments in Hawking's life and bringing them down to a child's level. My hope is that kids will read this book and want to become scientists or at least learn that the universe and space are mysterious and worth studying.
To read this and more of my reviews visit my blog at Epic Reading
Please note: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is an honest and unbiased review.
February 23, 2019
The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The ‘Little People, Big Dreams’ series provides informative and inspirational biographies about people who left a mark on this earth, no matter what difficulties they have encountered.
These stories are very short, but that’s because they’re books for children, so it’s totally understandable.
I think they are a very smart and wonderful way to introduce little children to such important figures.
“Instead of looking down at his feet, Stephen decided to look up at the stars”.
This little short book about Stephen Hawking is a sight for sore eyes. The illustrations are very beautiful, and they enhance the text.
Hawking's life was a kind of miracle. Doctors said he only had a few years to live, but he proved them wrong. He lived a long, full life and turned upside down everything we knew about science.
The ‘Little People, Big Dreams’ series provides informative and inspirational biographies about people who left a mark on this earth, no matter what difficulties they have encountered.
These stories are very short, but that’s because they’re books for children, so it’s totally understandable.
I think they are a very smart and wonderful way to introduce little children to such important figures.
“Instead of looking down at his feet, Stephen decided to look up at the stars”.
This little short book about Stephen Hawking is a sight for sore eyes. The illustrations are very beautiful, and they enhance the text.
Hawking's life was a kind of miracle. Doctors said he only had a few years to live, but he proved them wrong. He lived a long, full life and turned upside down everything we knew about science.
March 10, 2019
This is a wonderful children’s book on Stephen Hawking’s life. It gives you a glimpse into his childhood before he was diagnosed with a debilitating disease and shows readers how he continued to look to the stars even when he wasn’t given much time to live.
This is an easy to read little children’s book. I plan to have my homeschooler read it tomorrow and hope to track down the entire series, I just love it!
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto for this e-copy, my opinions are my own.
This is an easy to read little children’s book. I plan to have my homeschooler read it tomorrow and hope to track down the entire series, I just love it!
Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto for this e-copy, my opinions are my own.
December 13, 2019
I received an advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
What a lovely book and genious way of introducing such influential people who have made a difference to the world, to children.
A simple but meaningful book for children with a lovely quote of inspiration at the end.
This is the second book in this series I have read and I cannot wait to read the rest shortly.
What a lovely book and genious way of introducing such influential people who have made a difference to the world, to children.
A simple but meaningful book for children with a lovely quote of inspiration at the end.
This is the second book in this series I have read and I cannot wait to read the rest shortly.
February 13, 2019
Really love these little collections!
December 9, 2019
Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with this book in exchange for my honest opinion. This will be available on February fourth, 2020.
My toddler loves historical figures. His favorites are the U.S. Presidents (any of them: he has yet to decide his party), but he is interested in other figures as well. Not too long ago, I told him I had a secret to tell him. I whispered “I love you” and he whispered back, “Ibn Batutta.” I jumped at the chance to read this book about an important person with him.
I’ll start with the illustrations. They were adorable. They were simple, but brightly colored. My little guy liked pointing at them and saying “That’s Stephen Hawking” multiple times. They definitely held his interest.
The story itself was cute. It talked about Stephen Hawking in a way that would be easily grasped by youngsters. At times it seemed a little too simple: but it could just be because my toddler wants a wealth of information in his nonfiction books. He sometimes goes a little beyond the “normal” amount of information requested by that age group.
It was very difficult to find good nonfiction books when my oldest was a toddler, and I love that authors are changing that. Overall, my toddler liked it, and so did I. I’d buy this for any curious kid in the 2-5 year old range.
My toddler loves historical figures. His favorites are the U.S. Presidents (any of them: he has yet to decide his party), but he is interested in other figures as well. Not too long ago, I told him I had a secret to tell him. I whispered “I love you” and he whispered back, “Ibn Batutta.” I jumped at the chance to read this book about an important person with him.
I’ll start with the illustrations. They were adorable. They were simple, but brightly colored. My little guy liked pointing at them and saying “That’s Stephen Hawking” multiple times. They definitely held his interest.
The story itself was cute. It talked about Stephen Hawking in a way that would be easily grasped by youngsters. At times it seemed a little too simple: but it could just be because my toddler wants a wealth of information in his nonfiction books. He sometimes goes a little beyond the “normal” amount of information requested by that age group.
It was very difficult to find good nonfiction books when my oldest was a toddler, and I love that authors are changing that. Overall, my toddler liked it, and so did I. I’d buy this for any curious kid in the 2-5 year old range.
March 10, 2019
As a huge science-fan when I saw this one on NetGalley I simply had to download it! This is exactly a book I would love to dive in with my kid (once I'll have one)! It's very short, with very simple and short text - well, it's a picture book. It's definitely suitable for only very little kids, toddlers. In itself, at least. I can imagine telling a more detailed story about Hawking to a bit older child - I think when an adult reads it with them, adds things, and it's possible to discuss, than it could be quite enjoyable for even 5-6 year-olds. I find it very important to give role models to kids, ones who'd done something in their lives worth mentioning, especially in this age when all these celebrities and influencers are thrown at us who have never done anything useful that would earn them respect. These little board books (I've downloaded like 4) give help with that from a very early age, and that's wonderful!
December 13, 2019
Absolutely adore these books they are my favourite, so beautiful, empowering to any age, informative but well done and not boring in any way at all. These should be available in all schools and libraries
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
January 12, 2025
Wunderschönes Bilderbuch, auch für Erwachsene. Kleine Kinder verstehen nicht alle Details (im Fall von Hawking physikalische), wie es bei einigen Büchern der Reihe der Fall ist. Trotzdem haben die Biografien Mehrwert für sie.
July 20, 2022
Sé muy poco de la vida de este astrofísico, así que me pareció buena idea leer este pequeño libro antes de lanzarme con Breves respuestas a las grandes preguntas De seguro hay miles de libros más profundos para adentrarse en el mundo de Hawking, pero por ahora, para mí fue un pequeño acercamiento.
Me encantaron las ilustraciones, así que sin duda seguiré leyendo esta serie de Alba Editorial.
Me encantaron las ilustraciones, así que sin duda seguiré leyendo esta serie de Alba Editorial.
April 23, 2019
The Little People, Big Dreams series is always a joy to read. It is a great introduction to well-known people for young children. Most of the books in this series highlight women, but there are a few great male role models included, Stephen Hawking being a great choice. It was inspiring to read about his achievements considering that most of them happened when his illness had already started taking control of his body. This is definitely a nice introduction to the life of one of the most important scientists of our time. Stephen Hawking's achievements are not the easiest to explain or understand, but Isabel Sanchez Vegara has done a good job taking a lot of complex moments in Hawking's life and bringing them down to a child's level. I love the quirky style of the illustrations, which are very colourful and engaging. The high quality of artwork is matched by the informative and entertaining text, simple enough for a young child's understanding. This would be a good beginning reader book for young children, especially those reluctant readers who tend to gravitate to non-fiction. For those older readers, there is a more detailed biography and timeline found at the end of the book. A wonderful addition to this series that I recommend be in all public and school libraries. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating, ideas and opinions shared are my own.
June 9, 2023
Little People, Big Dreams: Stephen Hawking. Tekst: Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara. Illustraties: Matt Hunt.
Yes! Een nieuwe Little People! En deze keer ééntje over de fascinerende, indrukwekkende Stephen Hawking. De illustraties in deze reeks (telkens door iemand anders) zijn keer op keer geweldig maar in dit geval passen ze echt heel goed bij de persoon Hawking. Knap werk van Hunt!
Niet enkel Hawking zelf blijkt fascinerend (dat wist ik wel al) maar hij komt ook uit een super boeiende familie. Ze hielden bijvoorbeeld bijen in de kelder en lazen allemaal tijdens het avondeten. Klinkt als een familie waar ik had willen opgroeien;) Deze boeken zijn niet enkel voor kinderen, volwassen leren er ook nog iets uit bij, geloof me maar.
Ik ben blij dat Hawking nu ook zijn eigen deeltje in deze wondermooie reeks heeft. Vroeger deelden ze Nobelprijzen uit, nu val je in de prijzen als je een eigen boekje krijgt :)
Lees ze, spaar ze, deel ze! Fan!
Yes! Een nieuwe Little People! En deze keer ééntje over de fascinerende, indrukwekkende Stephen Hawking. De illustraties in deze reeks (telkens door iemand anders) zijn keer op keer geweldig maar in dit geval passen ze echt heel goed bij de persoon Hawking. Knap werk van Hunt!
Niet enkel Hawking zelf blijkt fascinerend (dat wist ik wel al) maar hij komt ook uit een super boeiende familie. Ze hielden bijvoorbeeld bijen in de kelder en lazen allemaal tijdens het avondeten. Klinkt als een familie waar ik had willen opgroeien;) Deze boeken zijn niet enkel voor kinderen, volwassen leren er ook nog iets uit bij, geloof me maar.
Ik ben blij dat Hawking nu ook zijn eigen deeltje in deze wondermooie reeks heeft. Vroeger deelden ze Nobelprijzen uit, nu val je in de prijzen als je een eigen boekje krijgt :)
Lees ze, spaar ze, deel ze! Fan!
April 25, 2020
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There was absolutely no doubt in my mind that I would be requesting Stephen Hawking by Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrates by Matt Hurst the second that I first saw it. I've always loved the man and the contributions he made for science and so to see how he's being introduced to and talked about among the kids of this generation is something I'm definitely interested in. And I'm really glad to have gotten the chance to read this one. Of late, I've seen a number of books out there introducing children to the most important figures of scientific history and it's been such a wonderful thing to see. So much so that I even bought one of them for my niece on her birthday.
I didn't love the artwork in this book, but it was well done and will certainly go a long way in keeping children engaged in the story that's being told. I appreciated the way Hawking was represented and the colors used. Color is one of the most important things in artwork found in children's books, after all, for that is what's going to keep their eyes on the page.
All in all, the story the book tells is a good one. It goes over the life of Stephen Hawking, discussing his illness as well as his amazing and profound achievements. I loved that the book included his family, though I do think they painted it in a light that glossed over a lot of the truth behind his familial life. I notice this a lot in kids' books and I know many people seem to think that children aren't ready for such truths, but at the same time, I feel as though it's unnecessary to hide everything.
Stephen Hawking was definitely a good start and introduction for kids into this amazing man and I would definitely suggest checking it out.
I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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There was absolutely no doubt in my mind that I would be requesting Stephen Hawking by Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrates by Matt Hurst the second that I first saw it. I've always loved the man and the contributions he made for science and so to see how he's being introduced to and talked about among the kids of this generation is something I'm definitely interested in. And I'm really glad to have gotten the chance to read this one. Of late, I've seen a number of books out there introducing children to the most important figures of scientific history and it's been such a wonderful thing to see. So much so that I even bought one of them for my niece on her birthday.
I didn't love the artwork in this book, but it was well done and will certainly go a long way in keeping children engaged in the story that's being told. I appreciated the way Hawking was represented and the colors used. Color is one of the most important things in artwork found in children's books, after all, for that is what's going to keep their eyes on the page.
All in all, the story the book tells is a good one. It goes over the life of Stephen Hawking, discussing his illness as well as his amazing and profound achievements. I loved that the book included his family, though I do think they painted it in a light that glossed over a lot of the truth behind his familial life. I notice this a lot in kids' books and I know many people seem to think that children aren't ready for such truths, but at the same time, I feel as though it's unnecessary to hide everything.
Stephen Hawking was definitely a good start and introduction for kids into this amazing man and I would definitely suggest checking it out.
I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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June 24, 2019
This is another brilliant addition to this series – even as an adult I look out for the next book in the series being released. I love the images in this series and this is a delightful introduction to Stephen Hawking, one of the most amazing minds we have had.
They are excellent introductions to some of the well-known, and less well-known, characters that have had a great impact in our lives through a variety of subjects such as literature, women’s rights and science. Stephen is an inspiration to me and his story should be shared with children to show what he managed to achieve even though his health deteriorated he was still an eminent figure in his field and had some astounding scientific breakthroughs.
5 stars from me for this one – a delightful read and one I will be highly recommending!!
They are excellent introductions to some of the well-known, and less well-known, characters that have had a great impact in our lives through a variety of subjects such as literature, women’s rights and science. Stephen is an inspiration to me and his story should be shared with children to show what he managed to achieve even though his health deteriorated he was still an eminent figure in his field and had some astounding scientific breakthroughs.
5 stars from me for this one – a delightful read and one I will be highly recommending!!
February 16, 2019
A thoughtfully written and illustrated biography of Stephen Hawking designed for little learners. I have previously reviewed other books in the "Little People, Big Dreams" series, and I equally enjoyed this one! Stephen Hawking's story is inspirational for everyone! It clearly would work well in an early childhood classroom, and I think I can use it as a bell ringer activity on "grit" and perseverance (or other core learning skill) in a middle or high school classroom; not just his ALS but the fact that he was not considered to be a strong student yet loved learning. I continue to look forward to reading others stories about famous people in history! Thanks to #NetGalley for the opportunity to preview #LittlePeopleBigDreams by Isabel @sanchezvegara
December 6, 2019
I loved this little book on Stephen Hawkins and his life! The illustrations are beautiful, bold, and eye catching. I think children will be drawn to this book because of its bold colors.
And, of course, I loved that the book highlights Stephen’s successes and accomplishments. I always enjoy books that expose kids to individuals that may look different from them- in this case a person in a wheelchair. The book makes sure to explain that being in a wheelchair is not his defining characteristic and that he has many other qualities/ accomplishments.
I do, however, wish that the book was a bit longer.
And, of course, I loved that the book highlights Stephen’s successes and accomplishments. I always enjoy books that expose kids to individuals that may look different from them- in this case a person in a wheelchair. The book makes sure to explain that being in a wheelchair is not his defining characteristic and that he has many other qualities/ accomplishments.
I do, however, wish that the book was a bit longer.
January 1, 2020
I was provided with a digital ARC of this book thanks to NetGalley and the publishing house, Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Childrens, in exchange for an honest review.
I'm always so glad to have the chance to read these amazing little books. I was really interested in learning more about Stephen Hawking after seeing the movie "The Theory of Everything" and I'm glad that now children will have the chance to learn a lot about the strength and the wonderful soul of this amazing man. I will never stop screaming about how these books literally are a blessing, because young kids can learn so much from them. Really a gem.
I'm always so glad to have the chance to read these amazing little books. I was really interested in learning more about Stephen Hawking after seeing the movie "The Theory of Everything" and I'm glad that now children will have the chance to learn a lot about the strength and the wonderful soul of this amazing man. I will never stop screaming about how these books literally are a blessing, because young kids can learn so much from them. Really a gem.
December 20, 2019
Stephen Hawking, for me, always was the very skinny guy in a wheelchair, slightly creepy because he needed a machine to speak. And then, suddenly, he wasn't there anymore.
He was one of those people of whom I knew what they did, but only in very vague terms because their work is beyond me. So it is nice to have his life and his work broke down to very simple facts, and maybe go from there, one day. This book gives me the feeling that, if paced correctly, I can understand Mr. Hawking's work. And I like that very much.
I recieved a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
He was one of those people of whom I knew what they did, but only in very vague terms because their work is beyond me. So it is nice to have his life and his work broke down to very simple facts, and maybe go from there, one day. This book gives me the feeling that, if paced correctly, I can understand Mr. Hawking's work. And I like that very much.
I recieved a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 26, 2019
I adore this series of books and Stephen Hawking is no exception.
This tells the story of his life, his health, his sheer determination and his science in such a charming way with beautiful naive illustrations. Children and adults alike will love the rhythm of the story and will learn something too.
“No matter how difficult life may seem there is always some you can do and succeed at”
This tells the story of his life, his health, his sheer determination and his science in such a charming way with beautiful naive illustrations. Children and adults alike will love the rhythm of the story and will learn something too.
“No matter how difficult life may seem there is always some you can do and succeed at”
May 7, 2019
Do your child/children (and yourself) a favor, and buy this entire collection! It is educational without feeling like learning is being shoved down their throats. Very, very nice books!!
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