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Relocating to another country with children can be confusing for them. Moving to Europe offers a new atmosphere of cultural differences and surroundings. Introducing new sights or cultural concepts to kiddos through reading or games can be a fun way to mentally explore the notion of a new place. The vivid illustrations will spark imagery of landmarks soon to be visited. Get a head start on familiarizing your kids with Europe by checking out these ten children’s books set in Europe:
1. “The Story of Ferdinand” by Munro Leaf
Set in: Madrid, Spain
2. “Emil and the Detectives” by Erich Kästner
Set in: Berlin, Germany
3. “KeeKee’s Big Adventures in Athens, Greece” by Shannon Jones and Casey Uhelski
Set in: Athens, Greece
4. “This is London” by Miroslav Sasek
Set in: London, England
5. “Olivia Goes to Venice” by Ian Falconer
Set in: Venice, Italy
6. “Dancing on Grapes” by Graziella Pacini Buonanno
Set in: Tuscany, Italy
7. “Linnea in Monet’s Garden” by Christina Bjork and Lena Anderson
Set in: Paris, France
8. “Madeline” by Ludwig Bemelmans
Set in: Paris, France
9. “Family Sabbatical” by Carol Ryrie Brink
Set in: South of France
10. “The Cat Who Walked Across France” by Kate Banks and Georg Hallensleben
Set in: France
It’s not always easy explaining a move or trip to young ones. Flipping through a picture book of the Eiffel Tower or a Tuscan village in Italy can be an entertaining way to teach children about the new places ahead. These children’s books set in Europe are a great place to start!
