Little People Big Dreams: Beatrix Potter

Little People, BIG DREAMS: Beatrix Potter Children’s Book

Discover the life of Beatrix Potter, the author, illustrator and nature lover who created The Tale of Peter Rabbit. This illustrated children’s biography follows Beatrix from a London childhood spent drawing animals and observing the natural world to publishing her own stories and preserving parts of the Lake District. Her journey introduces young readers to the value of creativity, perseverance and protecting the places that inspire us.

Key Features

• Introduces children to the life and work of Beatrix Potter
• Explores her childhood interest in drawing animals and studying nature
• Tells how she published The Tale of Peter Rabbit with her own money
• Covers her work as an author, illustrator and conservationist
• Features illustrations by Sara Rhys
• Includes extra facts, historical photographs and a biographical timeline

Product Details

• Series: Little People, BIG DREAMS
• Author: Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara
• Illustrator: Sara Rhys
• Product type: Illustrated children’s biography
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 32
• Dimensions: 195 × 240 mm
• Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
• ISBN: 9781805701620

Whimsy & Wonder recommends this biography for children who enjoy drawing, animals, nature and the stories of Peter Rabbit. It also makes a thoughtful gift for young readers beginning to discover the people behind their favourite books.

Available for delivery throughout New Zealand or pickup from Whimsy & Wonder in Christchurch.