Every child born or who lives away from France carries a story that began before them. Journey to France turns that story into a shared adventure. This isn’t just a book to be read, it’s a conversation to be had. As you explore vivid landscapes and traditions together, you aren’t just turning pages; you’re answering the big questions about where they come from and why their heritage matters. For expat families, it’s more than a gift; it’s a way to bring 'home' to their bedside table.
More than a story, this is a dialogue opener. Through bustling Parisian streets and the quiet charm of the countryside, the book prompts your child to ask about your own memories. It turns "storytime" into a bridge between generations, helping young hearts find their place in the family tree.
France's allure unfolds page by page in this enchanting book. This personalised journey invites families to explore France's magic together, bridging generations through a shared adventure that transcends mere words on paper.
Available in A4 Landscape (perfect for side-by-side reading on the sofa) or A5 Landscape (for little explorers on the go). Every book is printed to order on premium, eco-friendly paper with a sturdy cover built to survive years of page-turning. It’s a keepsake designed to last as long as the heritage it celebrates.
Each personalised book spans 30 beautifully illustrated pages and is available in two sizes to suit your needs, making this gift not only memorable but also gentle on the environment.
Personalising your book is quick and easy! Start by entering the name of your child—or multiple children separated by a comma- and add the names of relatives you'd like to feature. Choose the country where the child lives for a truly tailored journey, and select the book's language between English and French. Follow the simple steps to preview your book instantly, making sure every detail is just right. Watch our short video to see how you can create a one-of-a-kind story in minutes!
This book is the key that unlocks that question. Designed specifically for families raising children outside of France, the narrative addresses the natural curiosity of the 'third culture kid.'
For Parents: Use the story to weave in your own anecdotes...the smell of a local boulangerie or the sound of your childhood town.
For Children: See themselves inside the culture, turning 'France' from a place on a map into a part of their identity.
For Grandparents: The perfect gift to ensure your grandchildren speak the language of your heart, even from thousands of miles away.
Oliver,
Your Journey to
Sharing this journey with you:
Mum
Oliver! France is a wonderful country with coastal plains, rolling hills, beautiful beaches and snow-capped towering mountains. Gorgeous coastlines and lakes make for a lot of fun destinations for the holidays or just weekend get-aways for kids and their parents and friends. There, in the summertime, children can try some water sports, play with the ball, build sandcastles on the golden sandy beaches or maybe play a game of barbichette. After, they can enjoy a delicious "crêpe au sucre".
Lots of kids go also to the mountains or forested hills in the summer to play in the fresh air.
Or they can explore the magnificent valleys of the largest rivers: Loire, Seine, Garonne
and Rhône. The highest peak in France is called Mont Blanc and is covered with snow all year.
There you can go hiking, biking and you can have adventures in the forests while seeing
some cute marmots. Who do you know in your family who can tell you more about summer in France? Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Are you curious about winter in France?
Except for the islands and cities near the coasts,
you almost always have snow, and it can get incredibly cold, Oliver.
In the cities, the children go ice skating, or they take their sledge
and enjoy a ride in one of the hilly parks.
France has many popular skiing regions with thick and lush snow, where people enjoy their holidays
or their weekends catching snowflakes and building snowmen. Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences
when she was a child?
Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences
when she was a child?
Anyone’s stomach will start to rumble
after playing sports, right?
Time to eat!
What do you think the French like to eat?
France has a lively tradition of music and dance stemming from folk traditions.
Kids can join in the Bal-musette dance, while accompanied by an accordion.
Or, they can hop at every other step while dancing the Farandole.
Other beautiful traditional dances are the Tourdion, the Bourree and the Gavotte.
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Oliver,
Your Journey to
Sharing this journey with you:
Mum
Your Journey to
Many, many years ago Mum came into this world. This was a long time before you were born, Oliver! Mum was born as you were, but she was not born in Switzerland, where you live now. Mum was born in France, which is in a different country.
Let's share more about this wonderful place because, in a way,
a part of you also comes from France.
This was a long time before you were born, Oliver!Mum was born as you were, but she was not born in Switzerland, where you live now. Mum was born in France, which is in a different country.
Let's share more about this wonderful place because, in a way,
a part of you also comes from France.
Here you can see a map of the world, Oliver.
Can you find the flag with a white cross on red background? Very good! This is where you are right now – in Switzerland!
The flag of France is a tricolour flag featuring three vertical bands
coloured blue, white, and red. Can you see it?
That is where France is.
with a white cross on red background?Very good! This is where you are right now – in Switzerland!
The flag of France is a tricolour flag featuring three vertical bands
coloured blue, white, and red. Can you see it?
That is where France is.
How far away is France? With a car, you need between one and twelve hours, depending on your final destination in France!
This is like having a couple of breaks for playing and reading. Wow… This is not so long. You would get there quite fast, Oliver!
With a car, you need between one and twelve hours, depending on your final destination in France!
This is like having a couple of breaks for playing and reading. Wow… This is not so long. You would get there quite fast, Oliver!
It’s relatively easy to get there with a plane, and the flight takes around 2 hours. 2 hours is the time when we finish breakfast until we return from playtime to prepare lunch.
Oliver! France is a wonderful country with coastal plains, rolling hills, beautiful beaches and snow-capped towering mountains. Gorgeous coastlines and lakes make for a lot of fun destinations for the holidays or just weekend get-aways for kids and their parents and friends. There, in the summertime, children can try some water sports, play with the ball, build sandcastles on the golden sandy beaches or maybe play a game of barbichette. After, they can enjoy a delicious "crêpe au sucre".
Lots of kids go also to the mountains or forested hills in the summer to play in the fresh air.
Or they can explore the magnificent valleys of the largest rivers: Loire, Seine, Garonne
and Rhône. The highest peak in France is called Mont Blanc and is covered with snow all year.
There you can go hiking, biking and you can have adventures in the forests while seeing
some cute marmots. Who do you know in your family who can tell you more about summer in France? Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Are you curious about winter in France?
Except for the islands and cities near the coasts,
you almost always have snow, and it can get incredibly cold, Oliver.
In the cities, the children go ice skating, or they take their sledge
and enjoy a ride in one of the hilly parks.
France has many popular skiing regions with thick and lush snow, where people enjoy their holidays
or their weekends catching snowflakes and building snowmen. Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences
when she was a child?
Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences
when she was a child?
How about the money used in France and in Switzerland?
When you are out shopping, you’ve probably seen
the coins and banknotes used in Switzerland. They are called Swiss Franc.
They are called Swiss Franc.
In France, money is called the Euro. They are the same money as in other European countries. Before the Euro, France had its own money, which was called French francs. Does Mum have some Euro or even maybe some old French francs coins to show you? French children put Euro coins in their piggy banks!
Have you ever seen any of this stuff, Oliver?
This is the equipment used for playing
some of France’s favourite sports.
All over the country, children love to play football
and many families watch matches together.
Other typical and very intense sports are rugby, tennis, basketball, skiing and biking. Most sports are team sports, where kids form dear friendships and fond memories.
The Tour of France is the most famous bicycle race in the world
and it is held across France. Cyclists compete over three weeks.
Many kids watch it or go and cheer by the sidelines
and dream of being part of it one day.
Isn´t this incredible, Oliver?
Anyone’s stomach will start to rumble
after playing sports, right?
Time to eat!
What do you think the French like to eat?
The French love their food, which is diverse as the regions are, but mostly based on fresh vegetables, meat and cheeses. A fresh baguette bought from the local boulangerie is also a must. Some popular dishes are Ratatouille and Beef Bourguignon. The last is a tasty, traditional beef stew, where the nose, mouth and tummy all enjoy the mix inside. For dessert, you can have your favourite, delicious macarons. They come in many colours, each colour indicating the taste of the filling and they melt in the mouth! What are Mum's favourite French dishes? Have you ever made French food together?
What are Mum's favourite French dishes? Have you ever made French food together?
France has a lively tradition of music and dance stemming from folk traditions.
Kids can join in the Bal-musette dance, while accompanied by an accordion.
Or, they can hop at every other step while dancing the Farandole.
Other beautiful traditional dances are the Tourdion, the Bourree and the Gavotte.
Kids can hear or sing beautiful chansons, cancan and cabaret music, which can be played with the harp, flute, bagpipe, accordion, guitar or violin. Aren't all these lovely traditions, Oliver? Maybe Mum can show you some steps of one traditional dance and introduce you to the typical music?
Kids can have so much fun across France
from visiting thousands of magical castles
and palaces to celebrating with a few
Grosses Têtes at Nice Carnaval,
or be amazed by the sculptures created from
lemons and oranges at Carnaval de Menton.
After a full day of fun, people
can jump on the fast train
TGV for their next adventure.
En route, the parents read to their kids famous children books
like the Little Prince or The three musketeers.
The little ones' eyes are curiously watching the beautiful French villages
and vineyards across the train window.
How exciting do these adventures sound to you, Oliver?
A cute French car which brings back nice memories is an
old Citroen roaming the plains. Kids can imagine racing it as training
for their future yellow shirt at Tour de France, before heading into one of the big cities
for some culture and art at the many grandiose museums.
Paris is the capital of France, and it is breath-taking, Oliver!
There, kids find amazing buildings full of history and stories at every corner.
They can climb over 1660 steps to reach the top of Eiffel Tower,
or just over 250 to reach the Basilica of Sacré Cœur. One funny French tradition
is the April fish. The joke is to see who the kids can fool by sticking a funny fish on their back. What parts of France has Mum explored and enjoyed already? Can she tell you more about her favourite places in France?
What parts of France has Mum explored and enjoyed already? Can she tell you more about her favourite places in France?
Where exactly in France does Mum come from, Oliver?
You can mark the place on the map here!
Who else do you know in France?
Where do they live?
Now you have learned so many things
about France, haven’t you?
What do you find most exciting
about the country?
And what would you like to share with
your friends about France?
They will enjoy learning more about this brilliant
country, where a part of you also comes from. Remember that Mum is always here for you
to share more about her story and to answer anything
you are curious to know.
So, ask any questions or revisit your favourite
parts of this book's journey to
Mum's home country!
A plus! Au revoir!
Remember that Mum is always here for you
to share more about her story and to answer anything
you are curious to know.
So, ask any questions or revisit your favourite
parts of this book's journey to
Mum's home country!
A plus! Au revoir!
Every Book,
Oliver's Own Adventure
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Journey to France: A Bridge Between Two Homes - F.A.Q.
Yes, you can! Our book allows you to include one or multiple children (brothers/sisters), along with the names of family members (Mum, Dad or the Grandparents or the favourite Aunt or just a good family friend), for a truly personalised experience. Each child's name will be featured throughout the story, making it special for all kids involved.
Yes! This book is designed for children up to 10 years old, with engaging stories and illustrations that are perfect for young readers and little ones listening along. The personalisation makes it an enjoyable experience for the whole family to share. That being said, we had parents or relatives who bought this book for older kids, and they still enjoyed it as it was an unexpected connection to something dear to them.
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Choose English or French—which speaks to your child's heart? Or perhaps a dear friend would cherish this gift in their mother tongue? As you personalise the book, select the perfect language. Instantly, the entire story transforms, weaving its magic in the chosen words. Every page will resonate, and every character will feel familiar, drawing readers into a story that's truly their own.
What our readers say
(5.0) 7 Reviews
Isabelle Lemoine
As a French family living in the U.S., we wanted a way to introduce our children to the beauty of our country, and Journey to France is just perfect. The book is beautifully designed, and it does a wonderful job of explaining French culture and history in a fun, engaging way.
Pierre Dubois
Such a delightful book! We live in the UK, and my children adore it. It’s full of interesting facts, lovely illustrations, and personal touches that make it an ideal way to teach them about France. It’s been an excellent addition to our bookshelf.
Sophie Martin
I bought Journey to France for my children who are growing up in Canada. It’s a wonderful way to keep them connected to their French heritage, and they love it! The questions throughout the book spark meaningful conversations, and the illustrations are captivating.
Lucie Lefevre
This book is truly special. As a French family in Spain, we wanted something to help our children feel connected to their roots. Journey to France does just that—it’s interactive, educational, and the illustrations are stunning. It’s become a cherished part of our home.
Marc Moreau
I cannot recommend Journey to France enough! We live in Germany, and this book has been a fantastic way for our children to learn about France and our heritage. The illustrations are beautiful, and the personalized touch makes it extra special. Thank you for creating such a lovely book!
Jess D.A
A very beautiful personalized book that will allow me to introduce my daughter to the country of her father's birth. The illustrations are very lovely, and the information is accurate and interesting. A big thank you!
Julia M.
I’m so happy with Cukibo! The first book I ordered was damaged during transit. After sending them a quick email with a photo, they replaced it without hesitation. The replacement arrived fast, and it was flawless. Wonderful service!
