Josephine Baker

Meet Josephine Baker, the world-famous entertainer, activist, and French Resistance agent in this true story of her life! Part of the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this inspiring and informative little biography follows the incredible life of Josephine Baker, from growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, during segregation to defying expectations and performing on the stage in Paris, where audiences fell in love with her.

Josephine Baker was born for the stage. But growing up in segregated St. Louis, she didn't have the same opportunities as white entertainers. So, she moved to Paris where audiences fell in love with her. Josephine worked as a dancer, an actor, and even a spy. She then spent the rest of her life spreading the word that people of all colors can live together in harmony. 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 entertainer's amazing life.

Little People, BIG DREAMS

is a

best-selling biography series for kids

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

board books

are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The

hardcover

and

paperback

versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the

treasuries

each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in

boxed gift sets

.

Activity books

and a

journal

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!