The Best French Books for Kids

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$1139

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2016

Les Misérables

By Jennifer Adams, Alison Oliver · BabyLit Classic Lit series

Discover Les Miserables through vibrant illustrations and simple French words.

22 pages

5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 218 ratings

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Board book

Summary: Introduce your little one to the timeless world of Les Miserables with vibrant illustrations and ten simple French words. This engaging book offers a playful way to explore classic literature, sparking curiosity and early language skills. What new words will your bébé learn today?

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Who Was Jules Verne?

By James Buckley Jr., Who HQ, Gregory Copeland (Illustrator) · Who Was . . . ? series

Discover how a boy's thwarted adventure led to the birth of science fiction.

112 pages· 7,210 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 338 ratings

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Paperback

Summary: Jules Verne, a dreamer from France, once tried to sail to the Indies at age 11, only to be stopped by his father. Sworn to explore only through imagination, Verne's adventures took shape in his groundbreaking stories. From the depths of the ocean to the skies above, his tales like 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' and 'Around the World in 80 Days' blend science and fiction, earning him the title 'The Father of Science Fiction.' What dreams will his stories inspire in you?

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$1398

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018

Simone de Beauvoir

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Christine Roussey (Illustrator) · Little People, BIG DREAMS series

A girl challenges society's view of women, sparking global change.

32 pages· 395 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 488 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Meet Simone de Beauvoir, a young girl whose intellect defied expectations. As she grows, Simone's groundbreaking book questions women's roles, igniting a worldwide movement. Discover her journey in this inspiring tale.

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$1797

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2014

The Pilot and the Little Prince

By Peter Sís

A pilot's daring flights inspire timeless tales from the skies.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2014)

48 pages· 3,368 words· Est. 26 min read-aloud

4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,139 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, born in 1900 France, dreams of flying and becomes a pioneering pilot. As he delivers mail across uncharted skies, he faces storms, crashes, and record-breaking challenges. His aerial adventures inspire stories that captivate the world. What will he discover from above?

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$1248

Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 2018

ABC French

By Daniel Roode (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Little Concepts series

Discover French words from A to Z with vibrant illustrations.

36 pages

4.8/7 Bookroo·3.6/5 Goodreads · 40 ratings

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Board Book

Summary: Embark on a colorful journey through the French alphabet, where each letter unveils a new word and its English translation. With vivid illustrations, this book makes learning French an exciting adventure for all ages. Will you master the pronunciation and expand your language skills? Dive into ABC French and find out!

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$1248

Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2015

Love Is a Tutu

By Amy Novesky, Sara Gillingham (Illustrator) · Love is. . . series

Discover ballet's magic with rhymes and charming illustrations.

22 pages

4.7/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 101 ratings

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Board Book

Summary: Introduce your little one to the enchanting world of ballet with this delightful board book. Sweet rhymes and charming illustrations bring ballet terms to life, capturing the joy of dance. Perfect for tiny ballerinas and their parents, each page is a celebration of movement and color. Will your child twirl into a love for ballet? Turn the pages and find out!

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

King Louie's Shoes

By D.J. Steinberg, Robert Neubecker (Illustrator)

A king's quest for height leads to a royal tumble.

48 pages· 968 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

3.6/5 Goodreads · 173 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: King Louis XIV, feeling small despite his grand stature, seeks to elevate himself with high-heeled shoes. But when a dance floor mishap reveals his vulnerability, he discovers his subjects' loyalty transcends height. Will King Louie embrace his true self, or continue his quest for grandeur? This whimsical tale of a king's insecurities offers a humorous and heartfelt look at self-acceptance.

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$1140

Picture Book · Ages 1–3 · 2017

Discovering Animals

By Neepin Auger · Discover English, French, and Cree series

Explore animals while learning English, French, and Cree in a vibrant board book.

30 pages

3.9/5 Goodreads · 18 ratings

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Board Book

Summary: Introduce your little ones to the world of animals and languages with a vibrant board book that teaches English, French, and Cree. Through colorful illustrations, children will discover everyday words, sparking curiosity and learning. Perfect for preschoolers, this engaging resource includes pronunciation guides, making language learning fun and accessible. Dive into a world where education meets entertainment, and watch as young minds explore the beauty of multilingual communication.

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$759

Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2017

Hurry Up!

By Anne-Sophie Tilly, Julien Chung (Illustrator)

Animals gather for a surprise story and photo in these bilingual board books.

36 pages

3.3/5 Goodreads · 35 ratings

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Board Book

Summary: In 'Hurry Up!' and 'Don't Move!', animals like lions and iguanas gather for a surprise. Each page introduces a new animal in English, French, and Spanish, perfect for toddlers learning languages. Will they listen to a story or pose for a photo? Discover the playful endings in these vibrant board books.

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$858

Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 2012

Numbers

By Little Pim Corporation · Little Pim series

Discover hidden ingredients as Little Pim builds a colossal sandwich.

10 pages

3.4/5 Goodreads · 12 ratings

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Board Book

Summary: Join Little Pim on a culinary adventure as he attempts to construct a gigantic sandwich. With each turn of the page, uncover hidden ingredients like carrots and apples, while learning numbers in English, Spanish, and French. Will Little Pim's sandwich reach towering heights, or will he face unexpected challenges? Dive into this interactive language-learning journey and find out!

The Best French Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About French

Les Misérables

Who Was Jules Verne?

Simone de Beauvoir

The Pilot and the Little Prince

ABC French

Love Is a Tutu

King Louie's Shoes

Discovering Animals

Hurry Up!

Numbers

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