Description
About the book. A Kid’s Guide to Italy gives children their own way into Italy through fun facts, pictures, and surprising places. Alexa Ward writes for Lonely Planet Kids and lets food, history, and experiences spark the desire to discover more. The book suits both planning a family trip and exploring from the sofa at home.
Content. You can read about a gelato museum, a flooded medieval crypt with goldfish, and a gladiator school in Rome. Illustrated maps provide an overview of well-known places, while photographs and small challenges keep the content varied. Local flavors, celebrations, and hidden discoveries find their place alongside practical insights into getting around. The book gives the child several ways to find something interesting, from history and food to new details in a city setting.
Who is this book suitable for? The guide suits children who read English or enjoy reading together with an adult. Use it before departure to pick out a few places you’d like to see, and let the child find an experience that can fit into the itinerary. Along the way, you can look it up again and connect the pictures and stories to what you encounter. It also makes a good gift idea for a curious reader who likes countries and culture. Maps, facts, and playful tasks make it easy to take in a little of the content at a time and let curiosity guide the rest.
From inspiration to your own plan. Browse together and let the child pick a topic that sparks curiosity. Take time to talk about the pictures and discoveries and see what questions they bring up. An English book can be read in small portions together with an adult, so there’s room for both the content and new words. You can return to favourite pages and let new interests decide what you read next. Use the book as a starting point for your own conversations, ideas, and experiences at the family’s own pace.
About this edition. English book, published 2026. 144 pages. ISBN 9781837587711.
