Meet BEYONCE Knowles-Carter, the mega-talented singer, songwriter, producer, dancer and movie star, whose music has thrilled millions around the world, smashed records and won her award after award.

Find out:
- Why she used to think she looked like Dumbo the elephant,
- How she turned an insult into a best-selling single,
- And why she threw a $250,000 pair of earrings into the audience!

Get to know BEYONCE on First Name terms.

Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl, illustrated by Tammy Taylor