Little People, Big Dreams: Steven Spielberg
By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Bullied dreamer Steven discovers his homemade films could open Hollywood’s most astonishing doors.
inspiring · engaging · informative
Pageticker community rating
Average 4.6, from 5 readers
What do our readers think of Little People, Big Dreams: Steven Spielberg? (AI-Generated Summary)
There are not enough reviews to summarise yet.
What does the Pageticker team say about Little People, Big Dreams: Steven Spielberg?
Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara turns Steven Spielberg’s childhood fascination with films into an encouraging story about creativity, persistence and finding your own way. The book handles bullying and antisemitism sensitively, though adults may want to talk through these subjects with younger children. A lively introduction to a filmmaker who proves that a camera can be a powerful kind of magic.
Genres
What is Little People, Big Dreams: Steven Spielberg about?
From a young age, Steven Spielberg was captivated by the magic of cinema. Facing challenges like bullying and antisemitism, he found solace in filmmaking, creating his own short films during his teenage years. His passion led him to Hollywood, where he became one of the most renowned directors, crafting beloved movies such as 'E.T.' and 'Jurassic Park'. This inspiring biography highlights Spielberg's journey from a dream-filled child to a legendary filmmaker.
About the author
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a talented author from Spain who loves to tell inspiring true stories. She is best known for creating the 'Little People, BIG DREAMS' series, which shares the amazing lives of famous people from around the world. Maria hopes her books encourage children to dream big and believe in themselves.
Discussion ideas around Little People, Big Dreams: Steven Spielberg
Big Dreams: What do you think Steven noticed about films when he was young, and what made him want to create his own?
Feeling Different: How might making films have helped Steven when he was being bullied or treated unfairly?
Making Movies: If you made a short film like Steven, what story would you tell and what jobs would you need to do?
Keep Trying: Which parts of Steven’s journey show that practising and trying again can help someone reach a goal?
Stories Matter: Why can films such as E.T., Jurassic Park and Schindler’s List make people feel, think or learn something different?
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Early Chapter Book (6-10)
This edition
2025
First published
2025
Celebrate every book your child reads
Keep track of the books they've read on Pageticker and watch their reading journey grow.
Ready to get started?
Join thousands of readers discovering their next favourite book