Captain Tom Moore

Little People, BIG DREAMS

by Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Christophe Jacques (Illustrator)

From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Captain Tom Moore, the veteran who raised over £30 million for the NHS during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. By buying a copy of this book, you are making a donation of 3% of the cover price to NHS Charities Together.
 
Once there was a humble boy from Yorkshire called Tom, who was born with his feet firmly on the ground. His determination and courage saw him and his comrades through the worst crisis the world had ever known: World War Two. So when a new crisis struck in 2020, just before his 100th birthday, Captain Tom knew just what to do. Aiming to raise £1,000 for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden, his story soon became known all over the world, with people donating so much that he quickly raised over £30 million! Captain Tom’s story shows us that, by coming together, we can dream bigger than ever, and that when the going gets tough, you just have to keep on walking.
 
This inspiring 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 Captain’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!

Genres: Picture Books, Nonfiction, Biography, Childrens, History, War, Biography Memoir

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2020

About the author

Maria 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.


You may find books from the "Little People BIG DREAMS" series on author page - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...

Reviews

[Jon Nakapalau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fine book in this excellent series. The story of CPT. Tom Moore is truly inspirational. At the age of 99 he decided to walk 100 laps around his garden (before his 100th birthday) to raise funds to help health care providers. His tenacity and drive is a testament to the ability of each of us to help out by challenging ourselves at any age.

[8stitches 9lives · Rating 5 out of 5]

The exceptional Little People, BIG DREAMS series prides itself on providing child-friendly biographies of renowned public figures and celebrities and in this, the fifty-first book in the series, we explore the life and times of lockdown hero and the man who captured the hearts of the nation, Captain Tom Moore. This potted biography runs from his birth and early years in Yorkshire through to being called up to fight for his country and on to the 100 laps of his garden to raise much-needed funds for the NHS as the pandemic hit. Captain Tom Moore is an inspiration and a modest, decent, charming man with a can-do attitude and a twinkle in his eye. His story is an important one with a great message for youngsters, and the young at heart, to receive.

What's superb is there is just enough to enable a child to become curious yet not enough to overwhelm, which is crucial at this stage in their reading career, and the colourful, fun illustrations by Christophe Jacques complement the text perfectly. I feel strongly that children should learn about the importance of having dreams and striving to achieve in life and that is the message the book gives out. Adults will enjoy reading this alongside youngsters and learning together makes it all the more fun. It's a wonderfully engaging and simple to understand book that helps kids with literacy and fosters a message about the enjoyment of reading. You simply cannot go wrong with this series in general as everything is executed perfectly and tailored beautifully to youngsters.

I can not recommend each of these books highly enough and there is more than enough variety in the people they choose to cover to appeal to all manner of young ones. Simply superb. Many thanks to Frances Lincoln Children's Books for an ARC.

[Emma · Rating 4 out of 5]

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.
This one here is about Captain Tom Moore. I clearly remember reading about him in the papers and I was so touched by his project. During the pandemic he decided to raise some money for the NHS, he was aiming at one thousand and instead managed to raise 30 million pounds! What an incredible feat! I'm sure they were much appreciated and also very helpful in the fight against the virus. He's truly a modern hero.

[Richard · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read a number of these inspiring book which are aimed at children to show often with very little but the belief of others or self-motivation some people can effect huge changes or bring about great achievements.
Little People, Big Dreams is an influential series written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. Her simple text is beautifully supported by illustrations which capture the very essence of the characters drawn with a personal style and individual colour palette.

Captain Tom Moore well deserves his place here. News clippings and interviews about him have provided hope during the darker moments of 2020 and COVID 19.
Some lives burn brightly before death or circumstances extinguish their fire. Few have lives than last over 100 years. It would be wrong to assume that all that matters in Tom’s life is the events of the last few months.

He was a determined young man who learned about mechanics, hands-on fixing up his first motorbike. Before he was 21, he was off travelling to the other side of the world to places he couldn’t spell let alone pronounce. War is a dreadful experience for many; Tom was brave and quick to volunteer; he never forgot those young men who did not have the chance to fulfil their dreams or live out their lives in the hard-won peace.
When others would think through old age, infirmity and chronic pain he’d had a good Innings and hang up his bat and pads. Tom bucks the trend in style.
Despite a serious fall and surgery, he battled back through pain and reduced mobility.

Tom is of a generation who knew the gift the National Health Service and the difference it made. When he experienced its care and support in older life and with his special birthday approaching, he determined to raise money for them and show his appreciation.

The rest they say is history. Yet it remains a compelling story and the stuff to inspire a new generation to see beyond their situation and be thankful.

Pure inspiration - if you could only bottle it.

[Natalie all_books_great_and_small · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

In the latest edition to the Little People Big Dreams series, we learn more about Captain Tom Moore. Most children may have heard of this inspirational man who recently raised a huge amount of money to help people during the current covid 19 pandemic.
This book starts off when Tom was a little boy and ends where he walks 100 laps to raise money. Children will be delighted to hear about this inspirational man especially if they have heard of him.
This series is an amazing information series for children full of influential and inspirational people for children to learn about.

[Briar's Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yay! Another book by the fabulous Maria!

Little People, BIG DREAMS is such a fabulous series. If you haven't grabbed this magnificent children's non-fiction picture book series, get on it! There are so many to choose from and they are all packed full of info, great pictures and inspiration.

This time around, Captain Tom Moore! This young sprout from Yorkshire grew up to join the army and be a source of pride and inspiration. He walked 100 laps around his garden before his 100th birthday, all around the time of a global pandemic. This guy deserves his own book and is an excellent addition to your children's book shelves.

Five out of five stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.

[Jessica Haider · Rating 4 out of 5]

Your kids may not have heard of Captain Tom Moore before but he can still inspire them! In this Little People, BIG DREAMS picture book, we learn about Tom Moore who was born & raised in England and went to India as part of the British army. There he made lifelong friends. Fast forward to 2020 when COVID-19 hit and Tom became an inspiration at the age of 100 when he decided to walk 100 laps in order to help thank the front line health care workers.

This is a great story for kids to understand how even an ordinary person can inspire others with acts of kindness and recognition. As always, the illustrations in this picture book are colorful with lots of interesting details to go along with the story of Captain Tom's life. The back of the book contains additional resources to help you and your kid learn more.

Thank you to the publisher for the review copy!

[Martina · Rating 4 out of 5]

The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The ‘My First 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.
This little one here is about Captain Tom Moore, the famous veteran who raised over £30 million for the NHS during the coronavirus pandemic. His story is extremely inspiring because he is a brave and determined man. At the age of 100, he has marched in order to raise money for those in need. Such a great example!

[thewoollygeek (tea, cake, crochet & books) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved this, the art is as perfect as ever, the story is wonderfand inspiring, just like the man himself. I was ecstatic to see Tom got his own book and that some proceeds go to the NHS together charities, still continuing his great work even now, an inspiration and real hero.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

[Jeanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

And tomorrow will be a new day and the sun will shine, as little Tom goes for his daily stroll. The humble hero and national treasure, who invites us to keep walking next to him, never leaving anyone behind.

Captain Tom Moore from Yorkshire England being 100 years old had more to give to give this world. He was known as his feet firmly on the ground serving in World War 2. Now at 100 years old, he is facing another war against Covind 19.

Tom Moore makes a great role model for any child and his story encourages that it doesn't matter what age you are, you can be encouragement for greater things.

A special thank you to Quatro Publishing and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.

[Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another outstanding entry in the series. Captain Tom Moore is a wonderful role model who shows that small acts can make as big of an impact as large ones. It can also be used to spark COVID conversations with younger children.

This unbiased review is based on a complimentary copy provided by the publisher.

[Sharah McConville · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captain Tom Moore is another wonderful edition to the Little People, Big Dreams series by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. I hadn't actually heard of Tom Moore so this story was all the more special. Reading about his past achievements and current life at age 100 was such a joy. I keep saying I've read my favourite book in the series and then another great one like this is released! Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for my digital copy.

[Earl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Captain Tom Moore is someone I wasn't familiar with. And, oddly enough, I ended up reading this book just a few days after he passed away. Considering one of his most recent achievements was raising money for the NHS during the start of the pandemic, I was surprised by how quickly this book was made!

[Bluebelle-the-Inquisitive (Catherine) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author: Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara
Illustrator: Christophe Jacques
Age Recommendation: Early Primary
Topic/ Theme: Charity, survival, biographic.
Setting: England
Series: Little People, Big Dreams

Moore became known to the world for the walking done towards the end of his life his charitable work then and knighthood by Queen Elizabeth (I believe her only in-person knighthood during the pandemic). But this book goes beyond that it looks at his military service and the time since WWII and why he wanted to do something for essential workers during the pandemic. I really like it. This is a man that deserves to be known for more than just one thing. This book presents service as a driving aspect of his life, it was not something he woke up and decided to do one morning in his twilight years.

The art is lovely. Christophe Jaques does a brilliant job of designing and then ageing Captain Moore with grace and showing the passage of time. That passage of time is shown simply, through photos of reunions with less and less attending as time goes on. Jaques does a great job of rain as detail and uses settings well so we aren't always in suburban Britain. The end pages are footsteps, a perfect choice for this man. I recommend this one just white it's topical and Captain Moore is a different kind of LPBD protagonist, just an everyday person making a difference something kids can really aspire to be and replicate.

Something I really appreciate about this book is the choice to donate all profits to a Covid charity, the came one Captain Moore donated his raised funds to. That alone makes this worth buying a copy of.

[Wayne McCoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

'Captain Tom Moore' by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara with art by Christophe Jacques is a new edition in a series of biographies of famous people and probably my favorite entry in the series.

Captain Tom Moore lived a life of leadership and sacrifice. He grew up and served in World War II. Every year, he held a dinner for his dwindling group of comrades. Perhaps the world would have never known who he was except that for his 100th birthday, he decided to walk and raise money for the UK's NHS. He made the news as he walked. He raised way more than he set out to, and he won everyone's hearts along the way.

I love this series, and I REALLY love that they chose to write a book about this singular man. In a series full of singers and artists and athletes and explorers, here is a story about Captain Tom Moore. The illustrations are darling and fitting, and I'm so glad I got to review this ebook.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.

[Theediscerning · Rating 4 out of 5]

There have been so many books in this series before now it's always a little game to play after receiving the latest batch of review copies to think who from the past would be the next subject. Well, I was utterly wrong, for (at time of writing, at least) Captain Sir Tom Moore is very much of the present. He achieved nationwide acclaim, if not worldwide, for being an unassuming soldier who took it upon himself to celebrate leaving his nineties behind him by constantly taking his stroller for a march up and down the drive and garden alongside his family's house. Somehow it grew into a huge charitable achievement, and became one of the first positive things that could be looked at in the early days of the Great Sniffles Lockdown. (The least said about his charity single, however, the better.)

And in putting this book out within months of the event happening, the publishers do kind of test themselves as well. It has to fit into the spirit of encouragement, can-do attitude-sharing the other titles have sought, and generally achieved. And while this might labour the walking aspect – I wasn't aware it was a lifelong concern of his rather than just for this project as these pages suggest – it does show the abilities of Jo and Joe Average to be much greater than Jo and Joe Average regularly assume them to be. No, the artwork doesn't really look like Captain Tom, but the design is pleasingly child-friendly, generic, and very multi-ethnic. All told, then, it's a success – perhaps adding to what a teacher might have told her class about Captain Tom, but more importantly putting the lessons to be had from his charitable efforts on record for any and every future classroom to learn from.

[Louise Bath · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Little People, BIG DREAMS books are a series of short, child-friendly biographies of an incredible selection of people, from Vivienne Westwood to Harriet Tubman; I want to read more of these books, and I'd recommend them to anyone as a way to introduce young (& older) readers to inspirational figures from history.

The first in this series that I read was about David Bowie, and this biography of Captain Tom Moore is equally as enchanting. The illustrations are stunning, and the text is perfect. A wonderful read.

[Francesca]

Nice to learn more about him and his story prior to the money raising. I remember the amazement in seeing the then 99 year old man walking up and down, all to raise money for our NHS at a very scary time. I am so sad to think of what he'd feel with how our NHS is currently being decimated, especially after everything the service has done for us. Glad he got to see some of people's admiration for his efforts before he passed.

[Kirsti · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspiring story of a man who likes to fix things and is always searching for practical ways to help others. After raising more than thirty million pounds sterling for the National Health Service, he became a knight and an honorary colonel, but most people still call him captain.

[🌶 peppersocks 🧦 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reflections and lessons learned:
Ahhh... an important lesson for us all about battling adversity (personal and worldwide) and being able to come out the other side with resilience - and a great range of moustaches featured!!

[Graham Sillars · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cute tribute to the inspirational Captain Sir Tom Moore. He is a true gentleman and this beautiful piece of art really does do justice to him.

[Shane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Captain Tom Moore is an excellent choice for this series. His efforts for the NHS later in his life show that you are never too old to do something and to make a difference.

[Debs · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these sweet books about people who've made a difference in our world. Good for a 3 - 8/9 age group and beautifully illustrated.

[Jeimy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so glad Sanchez Vergara decided to honor this everyday hero by immortalizing him in print! This gentleman deserves all the accolades he received and more!

[Ben Truong · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captain Tom Moore is book in the Little People, Big Dreams series and is a children's picture book written by Isabel Sánchez Vegara and illustrated by Christophe Jacques. It is a cursory biography of Tom Moore from his humble childhood in Yorkshire to his services during the Second World War and united the world against COVID-19, if only for a moment, by his simple act of determination and charity.

Thomas Moore, more popularly known as Captain Tom, was a British Army officer who raised money for charity in the run-up to his 100th birthday during the COVID-19 pandemic. He served in India and the Burma campaign during the Second World War, and later became an instructor in armored warfare.

Vegara's text is rather simplistic, straightforward, and informative. It starts off with a young Tom Moore growing up in Yorkshire and quickly fast-forward through his life with his service during the Second World War and finally at the dawn of his 100th birthday, he decided to raise money for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden, which soon gone viral – raising over £30 million. Backmatter includes a concise and informative biography timeline of Thomas Moore's life. Jacques' illustrations are drawn well, albeit a tad simplistic, but depicted the narrative rather well and apropos to the target audience.

The premise of the book is rather straightforward. It depicts Tom Moore's childhood in Yorkshire and his service during the Second World War and in his twilight years took courage to unite not only the United Kingdom, but the world in the fight against COVID-19.

All in all, Captain Tom Moore is a wonderful biography of a man who shows that it is never too late to do anything amazing – even unite the world.

[I _teach_muggles · Rating 5 out of 5]

It would be rather appropriate if this book were titled Little Dreams, Big People. Born into humble beginnings in Yorkshire, Captain Tom Moore would lead a life that would see him train as a civil engineer, fight for his country and enjoy plenty of daily walks. Always one to rise to a challenge having lived through the Second World War, when the global health pandemic struck in late 2019 Tom decided to do what he does best at his age and went for a nice long walk.

The war veteran only wanted to raise a little bit of money for the nurses and doctors in the UK who were battling to treat people who were victims of Corona Virus. What he didn’t anticipate was that his walk in the garden would attract the attention of the world, see him raise millions of pounds, get a special invite to Buckingham Palace to meet the Queen and receive a special award…

This is a truly inspirational and uplifting read that goes to show ordinary people are more than capable of achieving extraordinary things. It is also a big spoonful of kindness and gratitude; having being looked after by the nurses and doctors of the NHS following a fall, Moore wanted to give something back. Little did he know how much he would be giving back.

At the back of the the book there is a short overview of Moore’s life which includes key facts and dates and a historical timeline featuring photographs. The book is delightfully illustrated with bright and bold artwork and the story is told in short and simple sentences.

Recommended for 5+.

With thanks to Netgalley and Frances Lincoln Publishers for the ARC.

[Carla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the more timely books in the Little People, Big Dreams series. Tom Moore was an ordinary, grounded young man who was born in Yorkshire, London. When he grew up, he joined the army and was an inspiration for those he served with. He was never one to sit still, even as he aged, so at the age of 99, he saw a new challenge. As the pandemic hit, he decided to try and help in the way he could. His goal was to walk 100 laps of his garden to raise £1,000. Well, all around the world this inspiring story had people donating and he ended up raising over £30 million! This is the story of a man with a can-do attitude not giving up and doing good for many. This is the perfect story for this series. The message that anyone can have a dream and with perseverance (an maybe a bit of luck) can achieve it. The illustrations by Christophe Jacques were well done, a bit quirky, yet realistic. I always enjoy the timeline included at the back of the book to give me the information in a clear concise way. This series is great for schools and would be a wonderful way to introduce biographies to young children as well as motivation them to have dreams and goals, even as children. I was gifted a copy of this book upon request. The rating and ideas shared are my own.

[Andrea Pole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captain Tom Moore by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is another lovely addition to the much loved Little People, BIG DREAMS series. This time, we learn about Captain Tom Moore, whose perseverence in times of difficulty came to characterize his life. From the time he was a young boy in Yorkshire, Tom felt the need to serve and help, and continues to do so today as he reaches his 100th birthday, raising an astronomical sum of money to support the frontline workers who once supported him. Captain Moore is a most deserving subject of this series, and his story will certainly resonate with children in the midst of this global crisis. There is always a way to help others, regardless of size or circumstance.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books for the opportunity to read this ARC.

[Eule Luftschloss · Rating 5 out of 5]

I did not expect this. Five stars for making me laugh.

Captain Tom Moore is the guy who did laps with his pushchair in his garden, collecting donations for the Corvid-19 relief fund - at 100 years old. I had heard of this, but either not his name or already forgotten it, because I am that bad with names.

This issue of the little people BIG DREAMS series is likewise collecting money for the NHS, so it makes sense that they chose his life story for this.

At one point, a phrasing felt off, saying he was determined to fix the motorcycle he found in a barn and bought, without telling us if he succeeded. I am just going to assume he did. Apart from that, another solid installment.

The arc was provided by the publisher.

[Stephen Birss · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the second book in this series that I’ve read this year. Each entry focuses on a well-known figure from whose story kids might find inspiration and learn a valuable lesson. My feelings about this book ressemble my attitude towards the entry on Frida Kahlo. Though this is aimed at children of a young age, with pleasant illustrations, I think a stronger attempt could be made to give a full picture of his life and demonstrate what we can take from it, all the same. That being said, there’s one page which quietly hints at the pain of growing old and losing those around you which I found poignant. More of this sort of thing would have been ideal, though I acknowledge that I am very much not the target audience.