Books About The Eiffel Tower

The Best The Eiffel Tower Books for Kids

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Where Is the Eiffel Tower?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

Where Is the Eiffel Tower?

By Dina Anastasio, Who HQ, Tim Foley (Illustrator) · Where Is . . . ? series

Discover how the Eiffel Tower transformed from despised design to Paris's beloved icon.

112 pages· 7,888 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 409 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Explore the fascinating journey of the Eiffel Tower, from its controversial beginnings to becoming the heart of Paris. Initially criticized, this iron giant won over the city during the 1889 World's Fair. Now, it stands as a testament to innovation and beauty, drawing millions to its heights. Uncover the secrets behind its construction and the views that captivate visitors. This book offers a visual feast with illustrations and a fold-out map, inviting you to see Paris from a new perspective. What changed the minds of its critics, and how did it become an enduring symbol?
Picture Book · Ages 7–9 · 2015

Tricky Vic

A con artist attempts to sell the Eiffel Tower—twice. Can he get away with it?

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2015)
48 pages· 2,722 words· Est. 21 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,341 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1925 Paris, Robert Miller, known as Count Victor Lustig, embarks on his boldest con: selling the Eiffel Tower. As he dupes a scrap metal dealer, the stakes rise. Will his audacious schemes catch up with him, or will he remain elusive? Dive into the thrilling escapades of a master trickster who nearly sold the world's most iconic landmark not once, but twice. Discover the daring life of Tricky Vic, where every scam is a masterpiece and every escape a close call. Perfect for young readers and educators alike, this tale blends humor with history.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2005

The Mystery at the Eiffel Tower (Paris, France)

A missing statue, a mysterious woman, and a race against time in Paris.

129 pages· 21,189 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 57 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Christina and Grant's Paris adventure turns mysterious when a statue vanishes from the Louvre. With a shadowy woman in pursuit and cryptic clues from a pigeon, they must navigate catacombs and iconic landmarks. As the Eiffel Tower teeters on disaster, can they solve the mystery before time runs out?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Madame Eiffel

A husband's towering love defies the odds to save his ailing wife.

32 pages
3.1/5 Goodreads · 194 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the heart of Paris, Mr. Eiffel faces a desperate challenge: his beloved wife is gravely ill, and only fresh air can save her. Driven by love and ingenuity, he embarks on an ambitious quest to construct a tower that reaches the clouds. As the structure rises, so do the stakes, testing the limits of his devotion and engineering prowess. Will his towering creation be enough to restore her health? Discover the untold love story behind one of the world's most iconic landmarks, where romance and innovation intertwine in a race against time.
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