France

Paris, old and new – two Arc de Triomphes, the oldest church and oldest bridge in Paris, 1,665 steps to climb the Eiffel tower, pleasure boats on the Seine, Notre Dame Cathedral, bistros and cafés, Street of the Fishing Cat, and more. Whimsical illustrations, fun facts, this is a classic. (Picture book)

Illustrated history of the Eiffel Tower – how Gustave Eiffel built a tower out of metal, opening in 1889 for the World's Fair, first reactions to this new landmark, and today a symbol of France and the most visited monument in the world. (Chapter book)

A family heirloom transports Greg and his family back in time to 17th century France. When his parents are sent to La Mort prison, Greg teams up with the youthful Musketeers, Aramis, Athos, and Porthos. Action adventure throughout Paris, to the roof tops of Notre Dame. (Chapter book)

Illustrated biography of Napoleon, growing up on the island of Corsica, he was an excellent student (good at math, loved history), went on to become conquering hero, emperor, one the most famous military commanders in the world. (Chapter book)

Illustrated biography of Marie Antoinette, from her childhood in Austria, to queen of France at nineteen, life at court (pouf hairstyles and diamonds), relaxing time at the Petit Trianon, then, the French Revolution, attempted escape and the guillontine. (Chapter book)

Little Katie gets in the picture, when she climbs into an Impressionist painting, and joins the family eating lunch in the garden. She picks a bouquet to bring back, but her adventures have only begun. A delightful story about French Impressionist paintings. (Picture book)

Meet Claude Monet, as a kid, he knew he wanted to become an artist. Monet moved to Paris to study art and meet other artists interested in developing a new style of painting - Impressionist art. (Picture book)

Colorful mini-biography of Henri Matisse – for over sixty years, he not only painted, but he made sculptures, his famous cut-outs, costumes and stained glass windows. Charming collage style illustrations. (Picture book)

Delightful story of the Mona Lisa, told by the painting herself. Who was the young woman, why was this painting special to da Vinci, how did Mona Lisa end up in the Louvre, and what happened when she was stolen. "Now you know why I am smiling." (Picture book)

Hudson arrives in Provence and loves the beach, but he's ready to get to work like local dogs. Not really a sheep herder, Hudson discovers he like to paint and the magic of Provence. (Picture book)

A trip around Paris in pictures and rhymes – stop into a boulangerie for a breakfast croissant, see Mona Lisa at the Louvre and stained glass windows at Sainte Chappelle, climb to the top of Arc de Triomphe, visit Notre Dame, then have an ice cream at Berthillon, and at night, watch the lights of the city at from the Eiffel Tower. (Picture book)

Also: Paris Coloring Book

Story of Coco Chanel, the most famous French designer. She was different growing up – while other girls played, she sewed. Coco turned her talent and imagination into clothes everyone wanted to wear. (Picture book)

How a Gothic cathedral was built – from the foundations to the flying buttresses and vaulted ceiling. Find out how the buttresses were constructed, incredibly heavy stones were lifted up to make the ceiling, and stained glass was made. Wonderfully detailed drawings. (Illustrated chapter book)

A magic postcard transports Carlos and Camila to France. They arrive in time for breakfast at a Paris cafe, explore the city, seeing famous monuments, visit the Louvre, enjoy views from top of Eiffel Tower, tour ancient walled city Mont-Saint-Michel and Loire chateau, ride bikes through countryside in Provence, and bring back baguette and cheese for a snack. (Easy reader)

Spend the day in France with Bebe and Bebe's stuffed animal, Doudou.

Bonjour – Good morning. Jam on bread for breakfast, then go on a walk count the dogs – Un, deux, troix, quatre, cinq. For lunch Bebe has fish, veggies, cheese – Bon appetit. Bebe plays games in the park with Maman, then it's time to get ready for bed. The moon watches over Bebe and Doudou falling asleep – Bonne nuit! (Board book)