Little People, Big Dreams is a series of short books for children about extraordinary people who change the way we’re looking at the world now. It’s an enjoyable piece of non-fiction kids’ literature to savor along with your tiny humans. I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are one of my favorites.
Each book in the series is illustrated by different artists with their unique style that even non-art-savvy like me can appreciate. 'Greta Thunberg' is decorated by Anke Weckmann and her pictures put a smile on my face reminding me of 'Pippi Longstocking' book I read as a child.

The read is appropriate for 1–2G readers or read-along with parents for younger ones. It's informative and compelling for both adults and children.

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Another great edition to the little people, big dreams series. This one is about Greta Thunberg and her work to raise awareness of climate change and fight for change.
This book is inspirational for all children and encouraging to stand by your beliefs.
This series is so amazing for children to learn about people who have made a change in the world.

An inspirational girl! It’s great that she has become part of this series. I love the illustrations.

The title of this series is most apt when it comes to Greta who is truly a little person with a big dream; it is one that she fights for.  The incomparable Ms. Vegara Sanchez does a wonderful job of telling the story of this young eco activist.  Children will be inspired and, hopefully, will see that they can make a difference.


Young readers will learn that Greta had a relative long before her birth who worried about the environment  When this concern took hold in Greta, she could not let it go.  Readers find out that Greta had elective mutism and Aspergers.  Rather than seeing these as bad things, the author points out that these are the very things that have helped Greta to remain true to her resolve to do something about climate change. 


The simple text is accompanied with brightly colored and appealing illustrations.  Together author and illustrator work together seamlessly in this excellent addition to the excellent series.


Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review.


Pub Date 26 May 2020

This is one of the most inspirational books that children could ever read. It focuses on a very real issue that we're continuing to face. By reaching children, Greta can encourage them to follow in her footsteps and help take control of their futures.

When Greta was young, her parents taught her important life lessons like saving energy and water, and not wasting food. She was very conscious of how humans treated the Earth and worried about what would happen to the planet if they continued. She embarked on a mission to slow down global warming, using her Asberger's syndrome to her advantage. This kept her focused on her task. She began striking from school and protesting outside parliament. Soon, other students around the world began to join her and the environmental protest soared. She took the stand and addressed world leaders, urging them to use their powers to make a difference. She started a very crucial movement that shows no signs of slowing down.

I think this book is so relevant and so empowering to children. We are responsible for our planet, and the sooner children learn that, the more influence they can have. Greta is an incredible role model, especially considering her young age. She has proven that if you stand up for what you believe in, you can make a difference.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I'll be honest, I don't really like Greta. Maybe that's why it wasn't one of my favorite books. But it certainly remains a good book for children to get to know this personality.

Great book to introduce children to activism and standing up for what they believe, even when they are young. I would be hesitant for some children reading about how she skipped school. But I guess that's the facts so what can you do? I think it is a great book to learn about changing things if you don't think they are right and that children can make a difference as well.

I love this series! This is a perfect introduction to biographies and I love that this is a current person that children have probably seen in the media. It is an interesting and respectful book that presents a critical topic that more children should be aware of. I highly recommend this book for everyone!

What a wonderful story about Greta Thunberg, the young activist who has brought the truth of global warming not only to the world’s attention but to the children of the world. The book clearly invites the young reader to join Greta in saving the planet for their and future generations. Highly relatable, this little book should inspire readers. Simple, explore-worthy illustrations. An illustration of her solar boat would have helped young readers appreciate even more her bravery.

This book was sent to me by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for a honest review.

This is a story about a Swedish girl,Greta who is an environmental activist.It was her grandfather who made it a discovery about a century ago that global warming is the biggest threat to the world and humans are the cause of it.


Greta's character shows us selfless nature,kind nature and civic sense we should all have.


Till when we can deny the threat to our Mother Earth ??Just ask this question from yourselves.

Learn about sustainable development.Tell others about it .


It should be noted that we alone can't do everything ,we need political support.

Politicans should stop making excuses and should start acting .

Civil society,global community and citizens need to act together.

Learn from Greta's story and start your war against global warming .

Do your part..

I love these books! And I am SO happy that there's one about my class's FAVORITE climate change warrior, Greta Thunberg!!! I love being able to have a book about a student who is out there right now trying to make a difference. She is so inspiring and this book is such a great addition to our classroom collection.

This small book is simply telling the story of Greta Thunberg and her decision to act on the warnings of science. Growing up in Sweden to environmentally conscious parents, Greta took their lessons further and then went on strike from school outside Parliament. She addressed the UN at 16.

Each page is illustrated in colour and gives young readers an impression that if their conviction and need are strong enough, they too can make changes to how the world at large sees matters.

At the end a page repeats the story in text. We are also shown a series of these books covering people like Mahatma Gandhi, Jesse Owens and Rosa Parks, Jane Goodall and Agatha Christie.

This could be read by any age of child able to read, and would be a great class discussion point.
I downloaded an e-ARC from Net Galley. This is an unbiased review.

This book about Greta Thunberg is so sweet. I loved the illustrations in addition to the fact that it shows what teenagers can do in regards of the environment. It also shows that with or without Aspergers, one can accomplish something.

Greta Thunberg by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is my favourite book so far in the Little People, Big Dreams series. Greta is such an inspirational girl. She has dedicated her young life to fighting against climate change and global warming and is fast becoming a household name. She has Asperger's Syndrome but doesn't let that stop her from trying to educate the world on important topics that she feels passionate about. She is also a Vegan which I think is very cool! This book contains beautiful illustrations. Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for my copy.

Greta Thunberg was my introduction to the Little People Big Dreams series and now I'm hooked! What an amazing collection of books for children of all ages. Inspiring stories about people who bring, or have brought, positive change to the world.

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara tells Greta's story in a way that is sure to entertain, educate and inspire anyone who reads it. I'm very aware of Greta Thunberg's impact on climate change, but even I learned several fascinating facts in this edition.

What makes this book truly exceptional, are the illustrations by Anke Weckmann. They are colorful, beautifully executed, and propel the story forward. In fact, I can't remember the last time I read an illustrated children's book where the words and images worked together so perfectly.

I also really like the more 'formal' biography/timeline at the end of the book that also featured photographs of Thunberg.

I reviewed this book from a digital ARC, and have to say that I would most definitely want a hardcover edition. Beautifully done!

I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I feel as though I have definitely read better books about young Greta Thunberg in the past, however, with that said I am still an immense fan of the <em>Little People, Big Dreams</em> series. And so, <em>Greta Thunberg</em> by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrated by Anke Weckmann is an <em>amazing</em> children's book for children to be exposed to. With so many books about this brilliant young woman being published, it's hard not to compare; but frankly, I think they're all wonderful.

Where my comparisons leave me loving other books just a little bit more is mainly in the artwork. I wasn't massively fond of it this time. It is bright and colorful though, perfect for keeping the attention of young readers. Ultimately, for me, the story is the most important part of this entire book and of any Greta Thunberg book. And Greta's story is truly inspiring, of a young girl who grew up caring deeply about the damage we are doing to our planet and decided she would take a stand to try and stop it.

Greta is an important name in the world today and one that I don't think anyone will ever be forgetting. I am truly grateful to her and I hope that her story will embolden other young children to stand up, speak out, and make a change they care about. This is a great book for all children. I hope they find it inspiring.

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Ok first thing first I just love this series.I would like to have the whole series on my bookshelf not for kids but for me too.
For this specific book ,I might have been living under a rock ,that I wasn't familiar with Greta's struggle.
This book provides with all the essential information about her and her journey.

This book does a great job giving a clear and concise sum of Greta Thunberg's life so far. It is quick and easy to read. This would be good for the high 1st to 3rd-grade group to understand the current struggles with climate change and the global climate movement. I like that it mentioned that Greta is not neurotypical which is often overlooked in books about her.

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The My First Little People, Big Dreams series provides informative and inspirational biographies about people who left a mark on this earth, no matter what difficulties they have encountered.
These stories are very short, but thats because theyre books for children, so its totally understandable.
I think they are a very smart and wonderful way to introduce little children to such important figures.
This little one here is about Greta Thunberg, a very young environmental activist who, even if she's only 17 years old, had already done a lot to try to save our planet. For sure, she's a great example for children, but even for adults. Not matter how old you are or what challenges you decide to fight, if you keep trying to do your best then you have already won, and maybe, you can even change the world!

I'm loving to see this edition for Greta Thunberg.
She is a contemporary role model for little ones, ( and grown ups)

The language of this book was beautiful and also the illustrations.

very much inspiring!

Thanks Netgalley