Children's bookshops France

A place of literary delight for young and old alike! Its spearhead: foreign-language publications, particularly in German. Le Liseron is a place where a few fairies will help you find the novel, the tale, the game, the music... The aim of this children's bookshop is to share the joy of reading and the discovery of authors and illustrators in a friendly, caring atmosphere. It also organizes events and educational workshops. We wish Le Liseron a very happy 30th birthday!

Because the taste for reading develops from the youngest age, a specialized bookstore for youngsters is very welcome. It's called Libr'enfant, and it's for toddlers as well as teenagers (and their parents). In the shelves you can find comics, stories, novels, beautiful picture books... Here are plenty of possibilities to start reading or to devour big novels. Original stories, books that don't take children for idiots, but for real readers: that's what the two enthusiasts offer you, who welcome you with a smile and good advice. And as a bonus, workshops or readings from time to time.

The booklet was taken over in 2019 by Stéphanie, Audrey and Élodie, former employees of the bookstore for 10 years, keeping the concept that is its strength. This shop is 12,000 references for children, from cradle to high school. Inside, a vast choice of works, very well valued. In the basement, a multitude of treasures: cuddly toys, wooden toys, board games, mobiles, postcards, marbles, real puppets, spinning tops and lots of other funny wonders... The essential place to find books and games to build yourself. Meetings with authors and thematic workshops for children (writing, reading, etc.) are also organized.

The two giant wooden cubs keep the entrance door in the way of the English Guards. Inside this store, real estate of Ali Baba, a bookstore with books dedicated to both toddlers and pre-teens. Here you can find the most beautiful tales where you can discover the adventures of rabbits, pig, kitten and other elves. And for wise children, gadgets to take for less than € 1! This is the only address where parents always answer by "if you want".

An island of treasures to introduce children to reading at an early age. It's never too early to start dreaming, marvelling, hearing stories and making discoveries by turning the pages of a book. A l'abordage de l'île de Chantal Rossetti, an independent bookseller who passes on her passion to children from an early age. You have to listen to her reading stories to our little blonde heads and giving the best reading advice to parents. A magical place for book signings by children's authors. L'Ile is home to educational and family games for sharing other wonderful moments. A bookshop for toddlers who'll grow up to be giants!

Parents, children and friends discover a universe dedicated to youth literature. This bookstore, all in colour, brings together several small publishing houses, which are the subject of citizenship, which are all freedom to choose a book, an album that one would like to offer or read. The place lends itself to the leisure moments of the big and the big ones who enjoy browsing a book, are charmed by such a funny story or this entertaining product (puppets, suitcase, deck, disk). Big classics or latest news, novels, birth albums, books to listen or animated books, they display shelves from shelves. If you have a specific request, please do not hesitate to ask the bookseller who knows the treasures of his collections and the nature of his supplies. A real idea box, everyone finds his account and his pleasure!

Even before entering, the bookstore Le Bateau Livre invites you to escape with its white wooden facade and its logo in the shape of a smoking boat ready to leave on the seas of words and poetry. On 200 m², you will find something to satisfy all your desires for literature in a place full of woodwork, with art books, travel books, on feminism, foreign literature... But above all, you will be impressed by the size of the youth section! Headed for the back of the bookshop, with a wide choice of board games, playful books, comics, everything to help young people discover the world of words. The bookshop regularly organizes workshops and meetings.

Since 1985, Rêv'en pages has been a bookshop of wonders. It's a place where you can rediscover your childlike soul: a window display beautifully decorated to match your imagination, you're entering another world, that of an independent bookshop specializing in children's literature, which promotes bibliodiversity. In this pleasant store, you'll find non-fiction books, first readings, albums, novels, music books... Enthusiastic booksellers are on hand to offer advice and help you make the right choice for you!

The owner of this rare place is a true passionate person, she has taken the challenge of bringing together in the same bookshop titles of children's literature and books in foreign languages: the love of books and reading, quite simply, are the driving forces. For toddlers, it's a real goldmine: colourful illustrated albums, books in relief, and even a panel of educational games and soft toys. There are them for all ages, from toddlers to adults. The bookshop also does not hesitate to offer books on rather harsh subjects: war, violence, adolescence, divorce... A very good option when you do not know how to approach a subject. Do not hesitate to ask for help on site, we will be able to advise you without fail. At the very bottom, you will also find records and books in foreign languages to help you progress in learning English, German... while immersing yourself in a thriller or a romance. The address has also been extended just across the street, in a second location, to offer even more books. The window alone already makes you want to read with its colours, its books highlighted according to current events, its posters of Dijon festivals... The Autrement Dit library is always connected to current events.

It is undoubtedly the most famous bookshop for children. And for good reason, Chantelivre concentrates the cream of youth literature, from few months old kids to teenagers. The shelves have thousands of references, not to mention the CDs, DVDs and games. We go to Chantelivre for personalized advice for this particular attention paid to children and adults.

Located in the rue de la Résistance, the Librairie des Croquelinottes is an Ali Baba's cave for young and old children. You are sure to be attracted by the aesthetics of the colourful shop window, just like this charming boutique. Specialising in children's literature, you will discover a wide choice for all ages: tactile and sound books, illustrated dictionaries, colouring books, novels, manga, Montessori method, bilingual books... Adults who love art will also be delighted to find superb albums and comic books, with authors such as Rebecca Dautremer or Matthias Picard. Passionate and competent staff: we can only recommend!

Water Live, we like children, we are a fan! This charming boutique shop and educational shop has everything to attract the most difficult pedagogues. The proof shows a full range of teachers from primary and especially (!) kindergarten. Here you will find books (beautiful and smart), company games, wooden toys with lovely retro look and excellent quality, stationery of the same vein, doudous to fall on the ground and make a whim to an adult… In short, a whole bunch of entertaining and educational objects that can relate to youth, from cradle to… frankly… 99 years.

What a great bookstore for kids! Everything is colorful, sparkling, even the hand-painted front. Shelves and bins where books and albums are arranged by theme and by author, a reading corner equipped with small tables and chairs, a novels area for older children, a card shop around the counter, a few stuffed animals, games and wooden toys, creating a fresh and playful universe that gives you a sense of excitement. Flagship editions as well as smaller, lesser-known houses, meetings and signings, in short, it's great! Ask for advice, the team knows what it is talking about!

Tire-Lire is an independent children's bookshop belonging to the "librairie Sorcière" network! Don't be fooled, it's just the name given to members of the Association des Librairies Spécialisées Jeunesse! Among other things, this membership means we're well informed about new releases from small, independent and talented publishers. A pledge of biblio-diversity beneficial to little story devourers! Little ones... or not so little ones, because teenagers haven't been forgotten! Meetings and activities are on offer, as well as writing, collage and origami workshops!

In Versailles, this bookstore is sacred. These are more than 10 000 references of books for youth that are listed here, in a place where one conveys his passion to the smallest. The spokes are loaded with company games. Space is colourful, dynamic and employees are always looking for rare species in the field of books for youth. Most: manual activities and animations regularly organised, around a meeting with a children's author or a chosen theme.

Les Enfants Terribles is THE children's bookshop in Nantes. It offers a wide range of books for children up to the age of 15, including albums, novels and comic strips. Les Enfants Terribles also offers a wide selection of board games, educational toys, puppets... And of course, like any self-respecting independent bookshop, Les Enfants Terribles regularly organizes shows, snacks, exhibitions, meetings and book signings with authors and illustrators of children's books (follow them on their Facebook page). We love the quality of the welcome and the commitment of the passionate, enthusiastic booksellers. A place not to be missed!

A 2020 favourite of Le Petit Futé, this bookstore remains one of our favourites once again this year. In this beautiful space designed for children and parents, we appreciate a bookstore with a wide selection of books and toys for all ages, with even a section aimed more at adults (or older children) at the back. Relaxed atmosphere, we love to be put at ease by enjoying a hot (or cool for the little ones) drink and taking a seat in the back room. It is there, in a very childish decor, that the workshops and meetings take place every month: yoga for the little ones, musical awakening, writing classes for adults, prenatal singing... A smart place for young and old.

La Mare aux Diables is a full universe. More than 80 m ² dedicated to literature for the 0-16 years and all those who keep a soul. In 2003, Sylvie Chabeau-Naessens opened his independent bookshop dedicated to early reading in passion. She was joined by her daughter Camille. Both will refer you to the tastes and aspirations of small readers and their parents. Books are sorted by age and/or theme, and some books can help to grow blonde heads or explain societal facts: when words miss adults, beautiful stories take over. When we listen to Sylvie tell these new albums, the role is reversed, parents listen as their children do. This is the most important: customer time. The booksellers' tips will allow you to always enjoy your children and those you want to surprise with the 12,000 references! The bookstore organizes regular meetings with authors or thematic days. La Mare aux Diables has not finished telling beautiful stories.