Best Children's Around the World Books of 2026

Going on an Airplane: A Toddler Prep Book is an excellent tool for parents to prepare their little ones for their first airplane ride. With actual photos and easy-to-understand language, this book helps children know what to expect when flying. The book is part of the Toddler Prep Books series, which aims to help children make clear connections between expectations and reality for all of life's exciting firsts. The series was created by Amy and Aaron Pittman, parents who understand the value of preparation for toddlers. This book is a great addition to any family's library and is highly recommended.

The Book of Bunny Farts is a hilarious Easter picture book that explains how the Easter Bunny manages to deliver all those eggs. The book celebrates the value of laughter and is perfect for kids and adults aged 0-100. The Farting Adventures book series includes a bunch of other characters like Taylor the Tooting Turkey and Artsy Fartsy the Farting Penguin. This book makes a perfect Easter basket gift for boys and girls. Overall, it's a cute and funny read-aloud book that will leave readers of all ages in stitches.

'We All Belong' is a beautifully written and illustrated children's picture book that celebrates diversity, race, and empathy. Through a rhyming poem, the book recognizes and respects cultural differences and the beauty in every individual, encouraging empathy and kindness in young readers. The book includes an activity at the end to help children understand how we are all similar in some ways and different in others. Written by Nathalie Goss, a black French Caribbean illustrator and author, the book is a #1 bestseller in multiple categories, including Children's Books on Tolerance & Manners in the UK and Children’s Books on Multiculturalism & Tolerance in Canada. Overall, 'We All Belong' is a must-read for children and parents alike, promoting inclusivity and empathy in a fun and engaging way.

Meet May is the next book in The Calendar Kids Series, which offers a unique way to teach children about the months of the year. This children's beginner reader book focuses on family, friendship, and holidays in May. May loves to garden and shares her passion with her friends, showing them how she uses her garden to make lei for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, salsa for Cinco de Mayo, and gifts for Mother's Day. The story is engaging and educational, making it an excellent addition to any child's bookshelf.

Kids' Travel Guide - Paris is a perfect handbook for families looking for an educational and fun trip to Paris. The book includes fun facts, challenging tasks, useful tips, coloring pages, and quizzes that will keep kids engaged and entertained throughout the trip. The guide covers all the must-visit sites for kids, such as the Buckingham Palace, the Tower of Paris, and the city's excellent zoo. The book also serves as a diary, making it a great souvenir of the family's trip. Overall, Kids' Travel Guide - Paris is an excellent resource for families planning a trip to the city of love.

The Would You Rather Game Book: For kids 6-12 Years old is a fun-filled activity book that appeals to children's sense of adventure. The book contains silly scenarios and jokes that can be played with kids in a very funny way. It's great for travel games, car trip rides, sleepovers, party games, and starting memorable conversations with your kids. The book is an excellent screen-free time for all the family. The editor is impressed with the book's ability to shift kids' focus from video games to enjoy this book. The editor highly recommends the book for parents who want to unplug their kids from electronics and have fun together as a family.

The Kids' Travel Guide - Italy & Rome is an educational and engaging book that takes children on a fun journey through Italy and Rome. With the help of Leonardo, a cute tour guide, kids will learn about the country's geography, history, culture, food, and even unusual expressions in Italian. The book includes quizzes, special tasks, coloring pages, and a travel diary to keep track of what they've learned. What makes this book unique is its focus on making learning fun and interactive for kids. Overall, it's a great gift for any child who is curious about Italy or planning a trip there.

The Fox Who Swiped Mother's Day is a heartwarming children's book that teaches the importance of appreciating and cherishing our mothers. The story follows a group of animals planning a special celebration for their moms, but their plans are jeopardized by a mischievous fox. Will the fox learn the true meaning of gratitude and love for mothers? The book also includes two free activity books for Mother's Day. With beautiful illustrations and clever rhymes, this book is an amazing gift for kids to celebrate their special mother. Overall, it's an amazing book that teaches a valuable lesson on mother's day.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo - Celebramos Cinco de Mayo is a bilingual book that teaches children about the history and traditions of this festive holiday. The book is written in both English and Spanish and contains easy-to-read text that describes the customs and festivities of Cinco de Mayo. Children can also enjoy bonus pages for coloring and craft instructions for making their own sombrero, sarape, and taco. This book is a great choice for parents and teachers who want to teach children about Mexican culture and history.

Rosemary the Pacifier Fairy by Lindsey Coker Luckey is a heartwarming children's book that tells the story of Katie, a baby who loves her pacifier. The book beautifully describes the challenges children face while growing up, especially the insecurities they feel. The illustrations by Lora Look are stunning, and the story is easy to follow, making it a great read for kids. This book is perfect for parents who want to teach their children about letting go of things that comfort them as they grow up. Overall, Rosemary the Pacifier Fairy is a unique and charming book that every child should read.