Lot #121: Little People, Big Dreams Books (Florence Nightingale, Mary Anning, Captain Tom Moore) - Lot of 3 Books

Three (3) books from The Little People, BIG DREAMS series that introduces young readers to inspiring historical figures, starting each biography as a child with a dream. The series focuses on overcoming adversity, featuring historical photos and educational timelines at the back of each book. Consists of: 1. Florence Nightingale: Growing up in a wealthy family, Florence was expected to marry and live a life of luxury, but she felt a strong calling to help the sick and poor. She trained as a nurse and, during the war, revolutionized healthcare by insisting on proper hygiene in military hospitals. 2. Mary Anning: Raised in a poor family in Lyme Regis, England, Mary often searched the dangerous cliffs and beaches for fossils with her father. After receiving a book about fossils, she honed her skills and made massive scientific discoveries, including the first complete Ichthyosaur skeleton. 3. Captain Tom Moore: Tom grew up in Yorkshire and served his country with courage and determination during World War II. In 2020, just before his 100th birthday and during the COVID-19 pandemic, he set out to walk 100 laps of his garden to raise 1,000 for the UK's healthcare workers. His heartwarming determination went viral, and he ended up raising over 30 million, proving that you can dream big at any age. Hardcover books. For ages 4 - 9. Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 10 inches. Pickup category timeslot {A}