Books about Italy for Kids
Books are a great way to introduce younger children to a new adventure and get teens and tweens ready for a family trip to Italy. We’ve compiled a list of books about Italy and by Italian authors for children of various ages and with varying interests. What better why to begin a journey that a trip through literature?
Gabriella's Song (Aladdin Picture Books)The Authentic Story of Pinocchio of TuscanyZoe Sophia's Scrapbook: An Adventure in Venice
Gabriella's Song (Aladdin Picture Books)
by Candace Fleming
$7.99
A great introduction to Venice for children aged 3-6.
The Authentic Story of Pinocchio of Tuscany
by Carlo Collodi
$28.00
A trip to Italy warrants reading Pinocchio in the original. Ideal for kids aged 4-7.
Zoe Sophia's Scrapbook: An Adventure in Ven...
by Claudia Mauner
$6.95
Children aged 6-9 will enjoy traveling to Venice with Zoe Sophia.
Rome AnticsRoman Mysteries #1: Thieves of OstiaThe Story of the Romans (Yesterday's Classics)
Rome Antics
by David Macaulay
$12.24
A great read for budding builders aged 6-10 whether they are traveling to Rome or just enjoy tinkering.
Roman Mysteries #1: Thieves of Ostia
by Caroline Lawrence
$5.99
Lawrence's Roman Mysteries series offers insight to life in Ancient Rome. Ideal for children aged 7-10.
The Story of the Romans (Yesterday's Classi...
by H. A. Guerber
$12.55
History made readable for kids aged 8-11.
Italian FolktalesAldabra, The Tortoise Who Loved ShakespeareHeart: A School-Boy's Journal
Italian Folktales
by Italo Calvino
$16.50
Calvino may be conventional but he isn’t easily brushed aside. A great book to read out loud to children aged 8–12 that enjoy ...
Aldabra, The Tortoise Who Loved Shakespeare
by Silvana Gandolfi
$13.22
This story set in Venice is perfect for kids aged 10-14 with a vivid imagination.
Heart: A School-Boy's Journal
by Edmondo De Amicis
$22.45
While this book was written in a different time the message is apropos. Ideal for kids aged 10-14.
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