Mother Teresa

Little People, BIG DREAMS

by Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Natascha Rosenberg (Illustrator)

Teresa de Calcuta (Uskub, 26 de agosto de 1910 · Calcuta, 5 de septiembre de 1997) fue una monja católica de origen albanés fundadora de las Misioneras de la Caridad. Durante más de 45 años dedicó su vida a atender a pobres, enfermos, huérfanos y moribundos, primero en la India y más tarde, en el resto del mundo. Por su labor humanitaria obtuvo el Premio Nobel de la Paz y tras su muerte, fue canonizada y proclamada santa.

El décimotercer título de una colección de cuentos con la que niños y niñas descubrirán quiénes eran y qué lograron las más grandes mujeres de la historia contemporánea. Diseñadoras, pintoras, aventureras, científicas… Mujeres únicas y maravillosas de las que aprender y con las que identificarse. Mujeres que, como Teresa, convirtieron un pequeño sueño en una gran historia.

Genres: Picture Books, Biography, Nonfiction, Childrens, History, Biography Memoir, India

32 pages, Hardcover

First published September 5, 2018

About the author

Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director perhaps best known as the author of much of the Little People, Big Dreams series. Each book tells the childhood story of one of the world's female icons in an entertaining, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers, allowing them to identify with the characters in each story.


You may find books from the "Little People BIG DREAMS" series on author page - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...

Reviews

[Shai · Rating 5 out of 5]

Young kids today may not know who Mother Teresa of Calcutta is. But when I was still young, her remarkable and unselfish dedication to helping the poor is immensely known. I was in grade school when her demise happened and I remember how her death was mourned all over the world, yet her life story was also celebrated because she set as an inspiration to everyone to help to those are in dire situations.

I admit that I never knew who Mother Teresa is before she became a nun and this little book was a huge help for me to better understand her devotion to reach out to the poorest of the poor. Her compassion and generosity traits are a great example to teach to young kids because these will be instilled in their mind, that they will carry till they grew up.

[Kristy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series. It is so great at introducing historic figures into children’s lives (and let’s face it, adult’s lives too). Of course I knew of Mother Teresa but I didn’t know much outside of her good works. This book enlightened me with both the illustrations and the text (simple enough for children, informative enough for everyone to learn something).

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

“It doesn’t matter if you do big or small things in your life, as long as you do them with great love.”

Another great edition in the Little People, Big Dreams series. This focuses on Mother Teresa and her incredible life. The story is simple but good and there’s also a little section at the end with pictures and more facts about Mother Teresa. This entire series is amazing and if I had kids, I would definitely buy the entire series for them. Every book has a wonderful story, a positive message and adorable artwork. Different books in the series have different artists and that is really cool. The illustrations in this book were super cute and I especially loved how colourful they were.

I would definitely recommend these books and I can’t wait to read more of the series.

[Manybooks · Rating 3 out of 5]

Now on an entirely narrational, informative and educational level, I have actually been rather pleasantly surprised by Mother Teresa (another instalment in the Little People, Big Dreams series), finding Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara's portrait of Mother Teresa, her life and her charity work caring for the poorest of the poor in the slums of Calcutta, India, a decent and informative general introduction, both suitable and appropriate to and for the intended audience (to and for younger children from about the age of four to six or seven), while of course and naturally not really ever touching on some of the many controversies also surrounding her (such that while Mother Teresa in Calcutta indeed always worked with and unselfishly helped the poorest of the poor, she has also been accused by her detractors of not actually attempting to cure their many and often terrible diseases and maladies, of not giving her charges and patients enough necessary medical attention).

However and the above having all been said (and even though I really and truly have enjoyed reading Mother Teresa), I still cannot and will not consider more than a three star maximum rating, as Natascha Rosenberg's accompanying illustrations (although they are bright, descriptive and do complement Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara's text, her printed words, well enough) are simply much too one dimensional and cartoon-like for my aesthetic tastes (with especially the expressions and facial features of Rosenberg's human figures all looking too collectively featureless and almost as though the illustrator has used one single blueprint for ALL of the humans depicted in Mother Teresea and which I for one do consider rather visually monotonous at best).

[Kirsty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mother Teresa is another lovely addition to the quite lovely 'Little People, Big Dreams' series. Natascha Rosenberg's illustrations are splendid; they are so sweet and fun, and filled with colour. I knew barely anything about Mother Teresa before beginning this, and really like the central message, that kindness is the greatest gift one can give.

[Myndi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little People, Big Dreams is a series of nonfiction children’s books focused on famous women, past and present. Mother Teresa is the second I’ve read in this series and it is beautiful! As was the case in Jane Austen edition, the illustrations are beyond charming and the information is pitch perfect for young children. It is essentially a quick biography, explaining how a child named Agnes, born in Macedonia, came to be Mother Teresa, a nun whose work would lead to sainthood.

Naturally, I know who Mother Teresa is and the work she is known for, but really very little beyond that. This children’s mini-biography provided a more context to her life story than I previously had and piqued my interest to learn more. A book that educates and stokes curiosity is exactly the right kind of children’s book, if you ask me. And the illustrations in this addition were particularly vibrant making me love it all the more!

So far, this series of books is a big hit for me! Eagerly anticipating whatever comes next.

Note: I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley. I pride myself on writing fair and honest reviews.

[Etienne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a book that's part of some kind of little collection from this author who presented in a simple way, kind of short biography for kids, great woman in various «field of activity». This one is about Mother Theresa and the illustration were not that good, but the woman is such an important person of our modern era and I think lot of kids today don't know anything about her, so this book is a good way to show them who she was! Simple, but good book!

[Emma · Rating 4 out of 5]

The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This series is always a joy to read, it’s a really nice introduction to well known women for little children. Of course the plot is always a little bit fast but that’s to be expected and it’s totally understandable.
I know Mother Teresa's story and I think it was summed up pretty well in this lovely little book. The illustrations were just gorgeous.

[Literary Redhead · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh how I adore the Little People, Big Dreams series and this newest book on MOTHER TERESA emphasizes exactly why. The story perfectly describes the inspiration of this beloved saint and the illustrations add charm and warmth. Highly recommended!

Thanks to Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Childrens and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are fully mine.

Pub Date 02 Aug 2018

#MotherTeresa #NetGalley

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Една от най-любимите ми детски поредици, които са всъщност нехудожествена литература и разказват за известни личности, променили света.

Всичко е представено по изключително достъпен начин и със страхотни илюстрации, които да пренесат читателя в миналото.

Горещо препоръчвам!

Криси

[Carla · Rating 5 out of 5]

New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the incredible life of Mother Teresa. The text and illustrations show Agnes as a child brought up in the Roman Catholic faith in Macedonia. Her parents helped others and invited them into their home. When Agnes as 12 she had a calling, but her mother made her wait until she was 18 to become a nun. She changed her name and became Sister Teresa. She always wanted to go to India to help the people and that is where she ended up, as a celebrated heroine to the poor and sick on the streets of Calcutta. The author, Isabel Sanchez Vegara’s makes the point that everything she did and all the accolades she received were all done in the name of the poor. This is a child friendly biography that shows a young woman striving to achieve her dream of helping others and that whatever you do, you do it in the name of love. The back of the book has a brief timeline that is for older readers. This book could be used to teach young children how to write a biography, show that it big or small, you can still make a difference in the lives of others. A good book for a school library. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book to read via netgalley. The rating, opinions and ideas stated are my own. 4.5 stars rounded up to 5 stars.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

What an adorable book to introduce kiddos to the life of service that was Saint Mother Teresa's! The illustrations in the book are colorful and I could see how they would maintain the attention of the child listening. The story is directly told (trying to tell her entire life story in read-aloud form must have been tough) and weaves some phrases from her most famous quotes ("do them with great love").

The book doesn't mention Jesus or her love for Him through the poor. I recognize it's a non-religious book, but that was her purpose. I also might have chose a serif font (so so picky, I know. That doesn't play a role in my rating.) so that early readers could start identifying the letters and sight words used in the text.

The book did a fine job of showing her loving nature. I am not sure how to do this with a children's book, but this woman was also an extremely strong woman. The meekness of her definitely comes across, but I'm not sure the strength is obvious and that's one of the important balances of being a saint.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

As always, this series of Little People, Big Dreams has chosen a very good woman to profile, Mother Teresa.

Simple narrative, good introduction. Easy to follow storyline. Bright pictures.





Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.

[Kat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky to get an e-arc of this title from netgalley.com.
I have heard about this series, and I have been eager to read it. A Danish book blogger recommended them a while ago, and they have been in the back of my head.
Now that I have read this one, I understand the recommendation.
This book is written in a language that is easy to read and understand. You get the story of Mother Teresa in the easy language without feeling like the author is dumbing it down.
And the illustrations are beautiful! Children and adults alike can easily enjoy them.
I highly recommend this book, and I can’t wait to read more from this series!

[Kirsty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a sweet, inspiring little book (also I never knew Mother Theresa was born in Albania!). I love this series and will be getting this one.

[Kristina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Историите за жените променили света винаги са полезни, за да се покаже на едно малко момиченце, че всичко е възможно. Книжката е идеална за първа среща с Тереза от Калкута и на мен лично ми беше интересно от къде тръгва. Определено е 4+/5+

[Donna Maguire · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another brilliant addition to this series – even as an adult I look out for the next book in the series being released. I love the images in this series and this is a delightful introduction to Mother Teresa, her background and some of the amazing things she acheived during her life.

They are excellent introductions to some of the well-known, and less well-known, characters that have had a great impact in our lives through a variety of subjects such as literature, women’s rights and science.

5 stars from me for this one – a delightful read and one I will be highly recommending!!

[Ruksana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so happy that Little People Big Dreams have included Mother Teresa in their series of influential women, who changed the world.

She was an inspirational figure whilst growing up, in a gentle way. Her life and work still create awe and I'm so happy that children can still draw inspiration from her teachings. The take away message in this book and indeed in her life was that no act is small when done with great love.

Loved the book and look forward to the upcoming boojs in the series.

[Novelesque Life · Rating 4 out of 5]

RATING: 4 STARS
2018; Quarto Publishing Group/Frances Lincoln Childrens
(Review Not on Blog)

(General series review) These are fabulous stories about great women and men in history (for the most part). The illustrations are so amazing, both for kids and adults. There is a brief history on the person that explains how this person contributed to history and matters. Growing up, Mother Teresa was a big role model for me.

***I received an eARC from NETGALLEY***

[winda · Rating 4 out of 5]

It doesn't matter if you do big or small things in your life, as long as you do them with great love

[Nicole (book.quill) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good simple introduction for children. Brief history and such. I know some people have conflicting opinions or issues with mother Theresa. This book focuses on brief good.

[Isabella · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book speaks to Mother Teresa's humanitarian and charity work. It gives a background on her religious motivations and upbringing and then talks about her work with people suffering from poverty and illness in Calcutta. I enjoyed that this book gives an objective depiction of a religious figure. The back of the book as a timeline of the major events in Mother Teresa's life.

[Rebekah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so glad this book series exists. The illustrations are gorgeous and they are such an easy and fun way to get very young children interested in history early on while inspiring them with stories of little people who have changed the world in their own ways.

[Julia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mother Teresa was a courageous woman. She set out to become a nun and then she she set out to help the poor people who needed help most. This Little People book shows her astonishing life in wonderful pictures and short paragraphs.

[Jaime · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book to Julianna tonight. We both learned from the book and enjoyed it. I learned more about her than I already knew. Julianna gave the book 5 stars. 1st time she heard about Mother Teresa. She says she liked that Mother Teresa helped the world. She is very sweet. :-)

[Francesca]

Not the most in-depth from the series, but gives the overall message that small acts of kindness can build up to better things. I didn't really know anything about Mother Teresa, other than her name, so it's good to at least have a basic understanding of who she was and what she did.

[Ben Truong · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mother Teresa is book in the Little People, Big Dreams series and is a children's picture book written by Isabel Sánchez Vegara and illustrated by Natascha Rosenberg. It is a cursory biography of Mother Teresa from her childhood in Macedonia to her becoming a prominent Roman Catholic figure and eventual Saint.

March, at least in my part of the world is Women's History Month, which I plan to read one children's book, particularly a biography, which pertains to the subject everyday this month. Therefore, I thought that this book would be apropos for today.

Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu, commonly called Mother Teresa, and known in the Roman Catholic Church as Saint Teresa of Calcutta (born Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu), was an Albanian-Indian Roman Catholic nun and missionary. She was born in Skopje (now the capital of North Macedonia), then part of the Kosovo Vilayet of the Ottoman Empire. After living in North Macedonia for eighteen years she moved to Ireland and then to India, where she lived for most of her life.

Vegara's text is rather simplistic, straightforward, and informative. It starts off with a young Mother Teresa, then named Agnes (in the book), who lived in Macedonia with her parents and two siblings, who loved God and helping people above all else, who would eventually become a prominent nun in the Roman Catholic Church and eventual Saint. At the end, there is a concise and informative biography timeline of Mother Teresa's life. Rosenberg's illustrations are drawn well, albeit a tad simplistic, but depicted the narrative rather well and apropos to the target audience.

The premise of the book is rather straightforward. It depicts Mother Teresa's simple life as a God loving girl growing up in Macedonia, above everything else, she loved helping people. As an adult, she combined the two and became a nun, rechristening herself as Mary Teresa. Her life of service to God and helping people has made a major impact on the world and eventually became a Saint.

All in all, Mother Teresa is a wonderful biography of a little girl that dared to dream big, sacrificed much, and worked hard to accomplish those dreams and became one of the world's noteworthy humanitarian – Mother Teresa, Patron Saint of the Archdiocese of Calcutta.

[Storywraps · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is a must-have. In the "Little People, BIG DREAMS" series the newest book is all about Mother Theresa. Kids will discover her incredible humble life as she stoops down to serve and to reach out to the poorest of the poor in Calcutta, India.



She is born with the name Agnes in Skopje, Macedonia. As a young child she knows in her heart that she is called by God to dedicate herself to care for the poor, the sick and the forgotten all around the world. Mother Theresa becomes a nun, teaches children in India and is a catalyst to open up hospitals and orphanages to help the oppressed and suffering all around her.


This selfless, giant-hearted woman gives her whole life to care for those less fortunate than her, those that have no money or voice to survive on their own. She is recognized worldwide for her dedication, compassion and deep love for those that suffer alone.

"She received all the awards that could be given to a single person."



"In 1979 she received the Nobel Peace Prize for her humanitarian work. She died in September 1997 and was beatified in October 2003. In December 2015, Pope Francis recognized a second miracle attributed to Mother Teresa, clearing the way for her to be canonized on September 4, 2016."




https://www.biography.com/people/moth...



This educational book is inspiring to both the young and old. The illustrations are very kid-friendly and bring her biography to life. The colour pallet is bold and vibrant. Mother Theresa is a positive role model, an unyielding force for good. This wonderful book sends a powerful message, through her, that ordinary people can impact and change their world for the better. I highly, highly recommend this book and the whole series.

[Taylor Ferrante]

This book is about Mother Teresa and how she chose to live her life. She was born and raised in Macedonia. While she was in school one of her teachers had just come from India where he had helped people in need and this started her passion to want to become a nun. She then moved to Ireland to become a nun and then after that she got on a ship and went to India. While she was over there she devoted her whole life to the poor and did everything that she could to make their lives better. She even started a hospital. Mother Teresa acquired all the medals that one single person could earn. She only accepted them on behalf of the poor.
I think that this book could be used in my classroom to teach the meaning of doing good for other people. Mother Teresa even said that you can do very small things or you can do very little things but do everything with great love. That is a great lesson that we can teach children in our classrooms. I also think that I could use this in my classroom as an option for students to learn to do a research project. they could use this book as their source and then make a presentation.
I love this book! I think that this author does an amazing job summarizing these people lives in a way that it is easy for children to understand. However, there is still enough information and not a lot feels left out.

[Paul Franco · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another book in the “Little People Big Dreams” series.
I wonder if most people ever thought of Mother Teresa as anything but a religious and social figure. Who was she before that? This little book for little kids provides some answers.
For one, she was from Macedonia, though I don’t know if back then it was one independent country or part of Greece and others. When a new priest came to town, who’d worked in India, it inspired her to become a nun and help people. First she went to a convent in Ireland, then off to India; wonder how different things would be had she stayed on the Emerald Isle.
There’s one illustration that features many of the clichés of India, like the snake charmer, with her in the middle, dressed as a nun and smiling.
As you can imagine, this is mostly about her helping the poor.
Like all of these books, there’s a timeline that repeats the text but is accompanied by photos instead of artwork. This time, for whatever reason, I enjoyed the photos here more than in other books.
3.5 pushed up to 4/5