Oscar de la Renta by Annette Clayton and illustrator, Elisa Chavarri, Introduce readers to the life of Oscar de la Renta, and his desire to be a famous fashion designer. The fashion world was a very competitive field where most successful designers were from either France or Italy. How did Oscar from the Dominican Republic break into the fashion world, making his dreams a reality_read along and find out. Includes after-reading questions, Extension activity, and a time line. Hardcover, 24 pages. Recommended for ages 6 to 10 years old.