Little People, Big Dreams - Ella Fitzgerald

Meet Ella Fitzgerald, First Lady of Song who once said, "It's not where you come from, but where you're going that counts."

Ella Fitzgerald grew up near Harlem, in New York, where she was surrounded by music and dance. After winning first prize in a talent competition at the Apollo Theater, she went on to tour the world with her pioneering voice. 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 singer's life.

Known as the First Lady of Song. Ella Fitzgerald (Little People BIG DREAMS) takes you on a journey of how she became one of the most influential jazz singers of all time. From the early days right through to her success, an awe-inspiring life story from when little Ella was a just a child with a dream.

An Inspirational story that allows children to believe that dreams really can come true! Ella Fitzgerald grew up in New York, surrounded by music and dance. Running away from home at a young age after a sudden tragedy, Ella made a living singing and dancing on the street corners of Harlem, her first stage! Performing in Jazz clubs, mastering every musical style and with a saying that 'Its not where you come from, but where you are going that counts' she took off and became the First Lady of Song. Part of an empowering series offering inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. Told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to children. These simple biographies provide a powerful message to inspire the next generation of people who will change the world!

ISBN: 9781786030863
Written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Illustrated by Bàrbara Alca
240 x 195mm, 32 pages
Cover Type: Hard Back