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Hayao Miyazaki: A Story of a Little Dreamer Who Captivated the World with Animation Biography Book for Kids About Perseverance and Growth Mindset
Paperback
Series: World's Little Legends, Book 1
BiographyGeneral Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN13: 9781997856085
Publisher: Upfly Books
Published: Sep 19 2025
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Discover the life of Hayao Miyazaki, the little Japanese boy who became one of the world's most influential animators and film directors!
Growing up in wartime Tokyo, Hayao Miyazaki found inspiration at his father's airplane parts plant and through his bright, courageous mother. He dreamed of kind, warm, yet fiercely independent girls who could change the world. Despite pouring his heart into his animations, not all were successful. What did he do then?
This beautifully illustrated children's biography book captures how Hayao Miyazaki's early dreams and challenges shaped his creative genius. Known for his work on films like My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away, his story is the perfect inspiration for boys and girls, encouraging creativity, perseverance, and a growth mindset in young readers. It illustrates how a kid with big dreams can become a master of storytelling.
The perfect choice for parents looking for:
- Books about film & famous film directors
- Inspiring, educational children's picture books
- Educational biography books for kids
- Growth mindset books for boys and girls
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