Little Leonard grew up in and was a child who delighted in the world around him. From roses with too-long stems, to birds chirping on a rusty wire, he noticed the beauty in things that others might miss. His trips to the were a source of wonder, too. Leonard listened in awe to the – moved by their messages and timeless narratives. When Leonard was nine, his father sadly died. To cope with the loss, he began writing poems, and soon realised how important it was for him to As an adult, his search for poetic inspiration led him to until, finally, he settled in He was influenced by the city's music scene and decided to turn his hand to writing songs. His haunting melodies and powerful lyrics gained him a following and he was soon a household name. Most known for his beautiful ballad, Leonard became . This powerful 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 musician's life. is a 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 are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The and versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in and a provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!