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

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

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
$18.77
While this book was written in a different time the message is apropos. Ideal for kids aged 10-14.
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