Children's books for a family trip to Estonia

A family reading list for Estonia, from Piret Raud's strange, thoughtful stories to a rag doll who comes to life.

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

Best local picture book
The Ear
Piret Raud · ages 5-9 · picture book

A strange, thoughtful story about Van Gogh's ear learning to truly listen.

Best classic local stories
The Gothamites
Eno Raud · ages 7-11 · illustrated stories

Comic tales of gloriously foolish townsfolk who bungle every task.

Best younger local classic
Sipsik
Eno Raud · ages 4-8 · illustrated

A homemade rag doll comes to life.

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