Aretha Franklin

**In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Aretha Franklin, 'The Queen of Soul'.** The fourth of five children, Aretha was born in Tennessee and took the stage at an early age in her father's church choir. She went on to become the bestselling rhythm and blues singer of all time, and the first woman to be installed in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 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 broadcaster's life. **Little People, BIG DREAMS** is a **bestselling 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 **hardback** 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!