When planning a family trip to Italy, I wanted to teach my kids about the country's history and culture. These children's books were the perfect way to do that!
Here's a more detailed list of my favorite children's books about Italy!
Amazing Children's Books About Italy
This scavenger hunt book is perfect to keep the kids entertained during your visit to Florence!
Mission Florence: A Scavenger Hunt Adventure
This is an adorable book that follows a cute dog, Sandro, as he wanders around Venice.
Ciao, Sandro!: A Picture Book
See the iconic Roman sights through this picture book with Madeline.
Madeline and the Cats of Rome
This story is silly and fun for the kids.
Olivia Goes to Venice
Learn all about Brunelleschi's dome through this picture book.
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Murano glass is world famous. This book is both educational and inspiring.
A Thousand Glass Flowers
This book is a classic! So fun for kids!
Strega Nona (A Strega Nona Book)
This scavenger hunt book is perfect to keep the kids engaged during your visit to Rome!
Mission Rome: A Scavenger Hunt Adventure
Learn all about Galileo through this interesting picture book.
I, Galileo Children's Book
What a powerful story!
The Brave Cyclist: Holocaust Hero Story
The kids will appreciate seeing this iconic statue in person even more after learning all about it.
Stone Giant: Michelangelo's David
This origin story of Italy's famous pizza is fun!
Pizza For The Queen
Learn all about the historic eruption through this picture book.
Pompeii: Lost and Found
This is a great book to learn about the lifestyle of Italians.
Orani: My Father's Village
This graphic novel is such a great way to learn about this historic event!
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79
Learn all about Galileo and his famous experiment!
Galileo's Leaning Tower Science Adventure
Head to Venice through this silly children's book.
There's a Dolphin in the Grand Canal
I loved learning about this Italian Christmas tale.