Before you start an adventure, you have to arrive.
In A Little Traveller's Guide to Paris, young readers are invited to spend a gentle summer day exploring one of the world's most loved cities, guided by curiosity, friendship, and a willingness to wander.
Lola and her travelling companion Flo arrive in Paris by boat, drifting along the River Seine and tying up their bright red sailboat at the river's edge. From there, they set off on foot to see where the day might take them.
They greet the city with a café breakfast, wander past little shops and market streets, travel beneath the city on the Metro, and discover that Paris is as much about quiet moments as it is about famous places. They sit and watch, rest when they are tired, and follow their noses when they are hungry.
Along the way, Lola and Flo visit parks, ride a carousel, have their picture drawn by an artist, and explore a great museum without trying to see everything. They climb to the top of a hill to look out across the city, noticing how small and big Paris can feel at the same time. As the day slowly fades into evening, they find themselves lying on the grass, looking up at a tower of lights shining across the city.
This book is not a checklist of landmarks. Instead, it shows children how it feels to be somewhere new ? how to walk, notice, wonder, and take your time. Cafés are places to sit and watch the world go by. Museums are places to explore without rushing. Getting tired is part of the adventure, and the best journeys always end with a cosy place to rest.
Written in simple, rhythmic language with gentle humour, A Little Traveller's Guide to Paris is designed for reading aloud and for young readers who enjoy calm, thoughtful stories. The illustrations and storytelling work together to create a warm sense of place, helping children imagine themselves exploring the city alongside Lola and Flo.
This book is ideal for:
- Children aged 4?8
- Families who love travel and storytelling
- Read-aloud bedtime reading
- Young readers curious about the world
Part of the Travel For Little People series, A Little Traveller's Guide to Paris can be enjoyed on its own or as the beginning of a growing collection of city adventures ? each one reminding readers that travel is about curiosity, kindness, and noticing the world around you.
