Children's books for a family trip to Ireland

Children's books for a family trip to Ireland, led by Belfast-raised Oliver Jeffers.

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A story set where you are headed can turn the journey into part of the trip. For Ireland, that means children's books by authors and illustrators from Ireland, starting with Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers. Below are three books worth packing, each available in English with links to find them at Bookshop.org or Amazon.

Best modern local picture book
Lost and Found
Oliver Jeffers · ages 3-7 · picture book

A boy befriends a lost penguin and rows him all the way home to the South Pole.

Best younger picture book
How to Catch a Star
Oliver Jeffers · ages 3-6 · picture book

A dreamy, simple story about a boy who loves stars and devises a plan to catch one.

Best folklore pick
Irish Legends for the Very Young
Niamh Sharkey · ages 4-8 · picture book

A gentle entry into Irish myth and legend for the youngest readers.

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