Eloise in Paris

Reach for this book when your child is feeling stifled by routine or when they are showing a burgeoning interest in the wider world beyond their own neighborhood. It is an ideal choice for the high energy child who needs to see their own unbridled curiosity and messy enthusiasm mirrored in a character who navigates a sophisticated adult world with total confidence. Following Eloise as she leaves her home at the Plaza Hotel for a whirlwind trip to France, the story captures the sensory explosion of international travel through the eyes of a precocious six year old. While the setting is glamorous, the heart of the book is about the joy of self expression and the freedom to explore. Parents will appreciate the way it encourages children to take up space and engage with different cultures through humor and observation.