Holidays & Travel

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Picture books about Holidays & Travel from the Little Parachutes reviews library

Travelling by plane for the first time can make some children feel anxious, but relax, we have picture books in this collection that introduce flying to young children. Here are books that cover other aspects of family holidays: travelling on a train, visiting the seaside, and camping trips.

Tilly’s At Home Holiday

This picture book acknowledges that not every child is able to go on holiday and shows that it is possible to have fun at home for free with a little bit of creativity and imagination.

Suzie Goes On An Aeroplane

This is a colourful and cheerful book that will teach a child all about flying in an aeroplane. It tells the reader what to expect at every stage of the journey, with some helpful advice thrown in.

George Goes on a Plane

A good introduction to what to expect on a plane journey for very young children.

Freddy Goes Flying: The Important Lesson of Flying with an Allergy

This picture book for young children is about travelling with a severe food allergy.

Maisy Goes Camping

A gentle introduction to camping for very young children

Going on a Plane

Introduces some typical aspects of going on a family holiday. May help to allay fears of flying, and prepare young children for some of the procedures associated with modern plane travel (such as security checks and safety briefings).

Go Camping (Topsy & Tim)

Introducing some typical aspects of a camping trip to young children.

Manners On Holiday

The Manners books show children how to resolve small difficulties they might face in their daily lives. These stories help children to develop their social skills early in a fun and friendly way.

Go on an Aeroplane (Topsy & Tim)

Provides a practical and positive account of travelling by plane which may reassure a child apprehensive about flying.