What others have to say...
PRESS
"Classy Mommy thinks the travel stories published by Ciao Bambino Books are delightful. They will prep your little one for traveling you plan to do abroad - or be a cute cultural introduction to the desired destinations of France and Italy. Peppered with some easy to learn foreign language and the names of some tasty treats your kids will get a peek into what their trip might include!" ClassyMommy.com, September 2007
"Children’s books that are engaging and a learning tool? But of course! In Leahy's “Bonjour L’Enfant!” the youngest of children can become fascinated with France and learn a French word, or two, or fifty!...“Bonjour L’Enfant!” is a delightful expedition into the great unknown for children to explore. Seeing the world as a bigger place than our own little environment, with people who are excitingly different and foods that are deliciously new (or comfortingly the same), is a great benefit to children, whether in preparation for a trip of their own or for the simple pleasure of reading...With illustrations that are colorful and engaging, and characters that are fun and likeable, this second in a series of children’s books is a delight. The series is sure to be a hit with parents and children alike." BookReview.com, MUST READ, January 2007
"Have Kids Will Travel: Introduce Junior to far off lands with this adventure series that teaches him all about new languages, cultures and countries. The unique and colorful scrapbook-style books is a tour de fun for any well-traveled and not-so-well-traveled toddler." The Family Groove (Must Have List), December 2006"Children and adults alike will enjoy the captivating watercolor illustrations that are provided on each page. This engaging book allows parents to introduce travel, foreign countries and foreign languages to their children during their most impressionable years." Angela Ambrosini-Haliski for Cosmopolite Magazine, June 2005
"This book is a wonderful way to prepare for a child's trip to Italy, or simply to introduce some of the cultural differences between our nations." The National Italian American Foundation, March 2005
"Ciao Bambino! A Child's Tour of Italy, echoes the idea of fun and travel for children...It tackles the new and different words, events, foods and even activities as though they are not to be feared but to be relished. The book describes some of the sites, gives a little history lesson and even teaches some Italian words, as well as how to count to five! A guide at the back of the book translates and helps with pronunciation, too. Beautiful illustrations with vivid colors will be appealing to all ages, as well as adults." TravelLady Magazine, December 2004
"Take a trip around Italy, just for toddlers. A grinning boy and his lovable bear splash in the water fountains, visit a farm, explore the ruins, and best of all, eat lots of pizza and gelato. Adorable watercolor illustrations." Travel for Kids website
"You’re never too young to learn Italian, e vero? And Ciao Bambino is a creative way to introduce a beautiful language to that beautiful child or grandchild in your life. Author Danna Troncatty Leahy’s simple prose blends perfectly with artist Gabhor Utomo’s delicate watercolors of a young child - and his trusty teddy bear’s – first trip to Italy...It’s easy to read, easy to enjoy, and we recommend it." Ciao Italia website
EDUCATORS
"Your presentation was such a connection to our multi-cultural unit...we would appreciate it if you would come back next year. I fell in love with "Globe" and your books today." Shirley Barulich, St. Charles Kindergarten Teacher
“The book is just delightful, very innovative. I love it and look forward to reading it over and over with my class.” Carla Perry, Director/Teacher, Millbrae Montessori
“I've been getting good feedback about the book from lots of families. Their children love it! Complimenti!!” Amy Baker, Director La Piccola Scuola Italiana
INDIVIDUALS
A Great Children's Book, November, 30 2006
We got this book for our two boys and I can't say enough good things about it. It exposes them to a different country and language in a fun way that they can relate too. It is written from a childs perspective which makes the book easy for them to follow. And the pictures are fun, colorful and full of detail. We love that the book introduces the French language in a way that is easy to understand and makes it fun to learn. There is counting, colors and many fun phrases that the children can also follow through the illustrations. The French language is injected into the story (with translations provided) and we are enjoying our boys enthusiasm when they practice the new words they are learning. They are also talking about the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and a Chateaux as if they have been there themselves! I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to introduce their child to a different culture or language in a fun and "kid friendly" way!
Charming!, February 23, 2006
What a wonderful introduction for young children to the Italian culture and language -- not to mention the notion of international travel in general! My daughter (4 yrs old at the time of purchase) loved it - particularly the opportunity to learn the Italian words. For a fairly short book (which I think is a good thing for young children) there are actually quite a few Italian vocabulary words presented in a fun, engaging way. The illustrations are charming and sweet.
July 21, 2005
"I am an American of Italian descent and proud of my heritage. I purchased Ciao Bambino! to read to my grandchildren, Gianna and Dante. It's an excellent introduction to simple Italian words."
Have child will travel!, November 23, 2004
What a refreshing idea in children's books! Parents of small children now have a resource to prepare their child for travel, which will help the little vacationer better connect with and understand where they are headed. The beautifull watercolor illustrations add to this highly engaging story as the child learns about the Italian language recognizing, colors, numbers and common speach. Included at the end of the book is a glossary of all the new words for both child and parent reference. If you are headed out on a family vacation, or have friends taking off, this little book is a great traveller. I still read it to my three year old at bedtime. Hopefully there will be more books from Danna Troncatty Leahy in the future.
