Ernest Shackleton

When Ernest Shackleton was young, he longed for a life of adventure. After a career in the Merchant Navy, he joined a landmark expedition to try to reach the South Pole for the first time in history. Although he had to go home early, he never gave up. His own expeditions set new records for the closest anyone had ever been to the South Pole, and he is remembered now as a courageous and inspirational leader. This exciting book features and , including a with historical photos and a detailed profile of the intrepid explorer's life. is a 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 are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in . and a provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!