Hans Christian Andersen

I love the books in this series and always find something new in them.

This was a book that focused on a well known children's author who wrote some of the most well known books there are.

I knew about his books, but nothing really about the man himself so this was a great one for me

Lovely images and another great addition to the series - 5 stars from me for this one

I absolutely adore the Little People, Big Dreams series and this book, focusing on Hans Christian Andersen did not disappoint. Filled with glorious illustrations, these texts are a fabulous springboard for classroom discussion. I love how they cover such a broad range of famous faces, from scientists to musicians.

The story of the beloved writer, Hans Christian Andersen, begins by outlining his humble beginnings, being born into a poor family in Denmark. It describes the value his family placed on reading and sharing stories and his determination to succeed as an author. The illustrations by Maxine Lee-Mackie are simply sublime - my favourite yet in this series. The dreamscape and fairytale pictures are breathtaking and I particularly love the scattering of pages across Denmark to show how his stories spread. This book is a real celebration of reading and outlines the origins of so many stories our children will be familiar with.

I will be using this book as part of my Person of the Week work in a Year 5 classroom and think it would be a welcome addition to any school bookshelf. I would also recommend it is used when promoting reading - it would be a wonderful World Book Day text, or it could be shared as part of any work on fairytales. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

A lovely addition to the Little People, Big Dreams series. The story of Hans Christian Andersen gives young children the message that they can do anything, emphasises the importance of imagination and dreams and gives reassurance that obstacles can be overcome. The illustrations are whimsical and very fitting for the story.

Another great addition to the Little People, BIG DREAMS collection.

This is a short biography of Hans Christian Andersen, a young boy with a big imagination, who grew into a man who used this imagination to write stories for both children and adults all over the world to enjoy.

I love the diversity of the people featured in this series. Musicians, artists, athletes, authors, activists, explorers and scientists.

These biographies are age appropriate; inspiring and interesting, but not overwhelming. They have bright, beautiful illustrations, striking covers, and look great on a shelf together.

Thank you to Quatro Publishing Group and #NetGalley for an advanced copy.

A great book for kids, beautifully illustrated and well-written. I like the way it is structured into a story and then a fact file. Perfect way to introduce children to important figures in history and inspirational too!

Thank you to Frances Lincoln Children’s books /Quarto Children’s and Netgalley for the earc to read and review.

What a sweet book on the one of the most imaginative people in history, his stories touch everyone, open up their minds to imagination as they did to him. I love how easy to read these stories are they get to the point and make it a fun and clear way to learn about someone important.

I loved that this was about Hans Christian Andersen his legacy will never end because his stories will always be relevant, I love that this books gets to showcase all about his life, his dreams and that it wasn’t as easy to get where he did.

I didn’t know all the facts within this story so it was really incredible learning about his early years, his school and his work years things that I didn’t really know much about. It’s so wonderful that children can learn about so many people in this way, with the beautiful illustrations and the facts being so easy to understand. I love it.

I did find there was one element of Hans’ life that got forgotten in this book and that was that he travelled to share his stories as children gathered around him in small towns. He was a very kind man who told his stories because he loved them. I wish that had been included, especially as in this story it says about his only audience was his mother but eventually it wasn’t just her.

I love this book, and I love this series. I will always recommend these to anyone not just to young children. You can learn so much about people in such short book like this.

I picked up this one because I was introduced to Hans Christian Andersen fairy tales from an early age, and simply grew up with them.

I definitely didn't know some of the things in his life, so it was good to learn what inspired him on his journey.

Of course, this is a fantastic book to illustrate love for books, story-telling and writing. It would be one story to show how love for books is born.

Through Andersen's life story, we are also told that it's never too late to do what you love, and that you can never predict when and how things will happen for you, just like Hans couldn't.

One of my favourite illustrations from the book was the stories flying all around, through the windows of people's homes. It really is like that. Andersen's stories touched so many people around the world, it would be a blasphemy not to know at least something about this amazing artist.

Yet another lovely book from this series of books - I have not yet been disappointed with any of these books, and this one was not an exception.
Although they are aimed at children , as a 38 year old , I feel like I learn so Much.

I LOVED IT.
Not only is this a wonderful book as every by the LPBD team but I am thrilled that Andersen's story was chosen. Now I can share with children the power of storytelling and how it can be a future job and how you can turn heartache into something beautiful.

The Little People Big Dreams series, created by author Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, are aimed at young children and tell the stories of influential people from all walks of life. Each book provides an age-appropriate overview of the lives of pioneering figures, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. Each of them achieved incredible things, yet began life as a child with a dream. This makes the series ideal for inspiring the next generation of people who will change the world. 

H.C. Andersen's story teaches children so many important lessons. It encourages us to realise that dreams can come true despite humble beginnings and how it's possible to succeed despite adversity. It also shows how it's never too late to learn. H.C. Andersen was much older than his fellow classmates when he returned to school but he appreciated receiving this second chance at education. He was a man who never gave up, despite often feeling like an ugly duckling and facing rejection both from women and in his profession. He went on to be one of the best children's authors of all time, which shows children there's a swan inside of us all. 

You can find my full review at https://mmbbookblog.com/little-people-big-dreams-hans-christian-andersen/

Another fantastic edition to the series.
I love how colourful these books are. They are a great way to get children to learn about inspirational people.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

As always, a really lovely addition to this series!

I loved the illustrations and I found the text really informative.

I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

A really colourful and beautifully illustrated story which makes a great addition to the Little People, Big Dreams collection.

Hans Christian Andersen grew up in a poor family but his childhood was rich with imagination and a father who loved reading and sharing stories with his son. This love of books led to Hans heading to Copenhagen and joining the Royal Danish Theatre and during this time continuing to write stories and fairy tales now loved by children all over the world.

The life of Hans wasn't one I was previously aware of and the bright and colourful drawings drew my 7 year old into the story of his life. I would have loved to have seen more reference to fairy tales he is famous for within the main story. Otherwise a lovely, fun and colourful book.

I always love reading the Little People, Big Dreams books and this one didn't disappoint. I read this book with my daughter and we enjoyed the story of Hans and how he grew up in Denmark, enjoyed reading his book every night with his Dad and how he went on to become a theatre artist and finally a writer who wrote wonderful fairytales. The illustrations of the book are beautiful. This is a great educational book for children and adults.

Many thanks to the author, publisher and Net Galley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Everything I have come to expect from the Little People range. A beautifully written, succinct and digestible biography in the style of a story. Gorgeous accompanying illustrations. And very shareable.

It is very fitting that one of the world’s greatest storytellers has his own story told in a book for the very children who he wrote his books for.

Born in Denmark, little Hans was not privy to luxury and every penny was carefully accounted for.
But there was one priceless thing in the family home…a book, and Hans loved it when his father would read him stories of magical objects, faraway places and flying carpets. Inspired by street performers, Hans wanted to perform on stage and help retell the stories written by others. But when that didn’t work out he wrote stories of his own. And these stories would be read by millions around the world…

The fairy tales of Hans Christen Andersen are famous around the world and this lovely biography gives children a wonderful insight into how the boy who couldn’t spell or write Danish properly grew up to write some of the most well-known and well-loved children’s fairy tales. Readers follow Hans on his journey from keen scholar to early drop-out after the passing of his father forced him to take a job as a weaver. He joins the Royal Danish Theatre before suffering another setback and was forced to revaluate where his talents lay. This led to his rise as a storyteller.

Hans’ story is one of perseverance and finding the strength and motivation to bounce back from setbacks. And it would take a broken heart for Hans to unlock his wonderful words as stories of mermaids, princesses and princes, and ducklings and swans tumbled onto the page.

Delightfully illustrated with bright and bold artwork and with a story told in short and simple sentences, this is a wonderful celebration of reading, the joy that can be found in stories and the importance of the arts. Hans’ story serves as great inspiration for children with their own dreams of writing stories to entertain the world. The most valuable message that children can learn from Hans and his story is that you are never too old to learn. There is a charming image of an adult Hans sitting on a small chair at a small desk along with his younger classmates as he took lessons to learn to write and spell. At the back of the the book there is a short overview of his life which includes key facts and dates and a historical timeline featuring photographs.

Recommended for 5+.

With thanks to Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for the advanced reader copy that was received through Netgalley.

My thanks to Quarto Group - Francis Lincoln Children’s Books for a temporary digital edition via NetGalley of ‘Hans Christian Anderson’, written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrated by Maxine Lee-Mackie, in exchange for an honest review.

This little book is intended for children aged 4-7 and is part of its publishers highly acclaimed ‘Little People, BIG DREAMS’ series that introduces young readers to the lives and works of significant people including writers, artists, scientists, political figures and the like via books and educational games.

As a child I loved Hans Christian Anderson’s fairy stories though beginning this book I realised that I knew nothing about his life. As she has done time and again in this series, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara does a wonderful job in summarising her subject’s life.

Maxine Lee-Mackie uses quite a muted palette for her illustrations and this feels suitable for the life of this quiet man. At the end are some biographical details and suggestions for further reading suitable for younger readers.

This is another excellent addition to this series that I am happy to recommend to parents, educators, and librarians. I can imagine it proving a very useful introduction to stimulate discussion prior to approaching his beloved tales.

Yet another incredible book in this series,

Another incredible story of a man that both me and my daughter have heard of both know very little of his journey, and it was amazing to read. I love the artwork and the length of these are just a perfect introduction to some remarkable people

A gorgeously illustrated tale of someone who has brought so much joy and magic to the lives of readers young and old for many many years, It was so interesting to see the journey he took in life that shaped his writing.

5☆ A Very Informative and Special Children's Picture Book.

What a special book, highlighting Hans Christian Andersen wonderful life and how he created so much joy in his books.

I didn't know that Children's Book Day was dedicated to him celebrating his Birthday.
You truly are never too old or young to learn!

The illustrations are beautifully created. The story is engaging and gives an insight into Hans life and how he became a writer through his emotions.

As always the back of the book gives a brief time line of his life and some interesting knowledge about Hans, making for some good reference material.

Overall another delightful children's in the series, honouring the iconic Hans Christian Andersen.