Little People, Big Dreams: Jean-Michel Basquiat Book

Discover the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat, a pioneer of the street graffiti movement, in this critically acclaimed and million-selling book from the acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series.

Jean-Michel was born in Brooklyn, New York to a mother from Puerto Rico and a father from Haiti. When he was eight years old and recovering from an accident, his mother gave him a copy of Grey's Anatomy, which sparked his interest in the human form. As a teenager, he gained recognition as part of the graffiti duo SAMO, which painted cryptic messages and images on Manhattan's Lower East Side. He eventually broke into the New York gallery scene and gained international recognition. This moving book features stylish and whimsical illustrations and additional facts at the end, including a biographical timeline with historic photographs and a detailed profile of the life of this remarkable artist.

This inspirational series offers children of all ages motivational messages in a variety of formats. Books with cardboard pages tell stories in simple sentences, ideal for reading to toddlers and babies. Hardcovers feature extended stories for beginning readers. Gift sets allow you to collect a selection of books by topic. Paper dolls, flashcards, memory games, and other fun learning tools provide even more opportunities for children to experience the lives of these role models.

Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!