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My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

Received for review: I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Why did I decide to turn the pages? I love this series. Most of the books are very informative, and I love the diverse representation in the series. So when I was given the chance to review it, I took it.

My Overall Thoughts/Impressions: I loved the illustrations in this one and the theme about reaching for your dreams and working for them. The illustrations of Beyonce singing were particularly well done. It can be tricky to write books about people who are still alive, but I thought this did a good job hitting on the most important parts of Beyonce's life. I think fans will enjoy this one.

Pages: 32

Reading age: 4-7 years of age.

Love,

Danica Page

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What a fun and engaging read for kids - and adults! The illustrations are so vibrant and immediately capture your attention. The story was a wonderful overview into Beyonce’s life for little fans and is sure to inspire them to dream big. This was my first introduction to the Little People, Big Dreams series and it was a hit. I look forward to discovering other titles in the series.

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I can't say that this book told me anything about Beyonce that I didn't already know, but I think it would be great for kids.

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In our house we adore Little People, Big Dreams and this edition about Beyoncé is no different! My children love to hear about different celebrities’ lives, especially in the way LPBD tells the story. 5 stars on this title.

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Love theLittle People, BIG DREAMS series. Children will love reading about Beyonce! They will learn and be exposed to her life timeline. The illustrations are precious and fun!

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This new addition to the Little People, Big Dream series will no doubt be one of the most popular. Beyoncé is one of the most influential women in the world and is an excellent role model. I really liked how the book covered her whole story and not just her more recent achievements. She was portrayed as very relatable to young girls.

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This was such a cute read that I made my little niece read kind of like an introduction to my favorite artist of all time. It was so cute.

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Another lovely story in this series of books, with gorgeous illustrations this child friendly biography will inform and inspire young readers!

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A beautifully written children’s book with colourful and captivating imagery to inspire the young artists of today. Beyoncé’s story was wholistic in a simplified form, meant to inspire the young generation to dream big to achieve big.

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I loved everything about this splendid bio of Queen Bey except the cover. Beyoncé deserves a cover that reflects her true beauty. That said, this new addition to the remarkable Little People, Big Dreams series is one I highly recommend for Beyoncé lovers of all ages. Enjoy!

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As always - Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara did amazing with this book - the illustrations, the facts, truly everything. I also love that she has a wide range of people she writes these books about - singers and athletes, back and white, female and male, truly everyone can find somethimg for themselves to be represented in.

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This is a fun children's book discussing the story of the entertainer, Beyonce. The illustrations are very cute and eye-catching. I think children will absolutely enjoy this book and learn quite a bit about her life, especially before she became famous. This is part of a series of biographies, Little People, Big Dreams written by this author that are well researched and engaging. I look forward to new additions to the series.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

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I love that Little People Big Dreams is publishing books of people who are currently making history. It's great to be able to learn about people who are relevant today (as well as the ones from the past!).

Beyonce was another great book. I didn't know much about her other than she's a singer who used to be in an all girl group.

I will continue to purchase this series as gifts for all the little readers in my life!

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group Frances Lincoln Children's Books for the advanced copy.

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Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

As a massive Beyonce fan, I absolutely had to download this. I think Beyonce is a brilliant addition to this series, She's accomplished so much in her life and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. This is an inspiring book that I think will become popular amongst the younger readers. I also thought the illustratons in this were really beautiful as well.

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Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara has written four children’s books that will be released in early 2024: Lenny Henry, Tenzing Norgay, Sally Ride, and Beyonce. These books are part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS biography series for kids. Each book is 32 pages and beautifully illustrated. They are perfect for reading to small children during “quiet time”.

Beyoncé Knowles was a quiet child but loved to sing and dance. After going to see a concert, she wanted to perform for others. She put on shows for customers in her mom's hair salon. After winning a local talent show, Beyoncé joined a new girl singing group, Girls Tyme. The band changed up members and names before becoming Destiny's Child, and they became stars due to their catchy songs and dance routines. Eventually Beyonce embarked on a solo career and has been nominated for more Grammy Awards than anyone else in history. She married musician Jay-Z and balances marriage, motherhood, and business.

I received an Advance Review Copy (ARC) from NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

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A lovely book which teaches young fans about Beyonce. This book is beautifully illustrated and takes the young reader through key moments in Beyonce's life and career to date.

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Who doesn't love a little people, big dreams book? I've learned so much from reading these as an adult and really enjoyed the illustrations that are throughout the book and Beyonce's is no exception, another fantastic read about a great artist.

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This is a very cute children book about Beyoncé. While the book is clearly targeted to small children, I found the book to be inspiring and showing a good diversity representation.

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I love this series!! This mini biography of Beyoncé is a perfect addition! The illustrations are beautiful and I know kids will easily relate to her big dreams. She has accomplished so much already and the book does a good job of highlighting this in the text as well as through the timeline in the back. I really like the addition of photographs on the timeline to really solidify for young audiences that Beyoncé is a real queen Bey!

Thank you to Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Quarto Publishing, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this beautiful book!

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I love the Little People, Big Dreams series and I love how diverse the collection is now becoming. All too often we stick to the usual "inspiring" people but this series has smashed it wide open. The illustrations in this addition are as beautiful and fitting as in all the others and I think it is nice to show young people the journey behind the successful people they know. Writing inspiring stories about people who are still alive and adding to their stories can be a risk but I'm sure this copy will be a welcomed addition on many children's bookshelves.

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