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books for children, by elsa beskow

Elsa Beskow was born in Sweden 1874. Countless children over the years have been enchanted by her simple, direct stories, full of good humour and warmth and her illustrations with their attention for detail and their child’s eye view of the world. There is a great sense of cheerfulness and vitality in her work, and even where there is danger and unpleasantness, there is always an underlying belief that everyday life will go on as it always has.

All Elsa Beskow books are hardback with a fabric spine, giving a fine, old-fashioned feel!


The Sun Egg

product code: 85011

A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. 'It's a sun egg!' declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends find out what it really is, but not before the little elf goes off on one of the best adventures she has ever had. The book is very exciting and the pictures are both wonderful and mesmerising.  Click here to look at the Forest Folk Doll inspired by this story (at the bottom of this page).

 Age: from 3 to 5 years£9.99
 
The Sun Egg


The Sun Egg Mini Book

product code: 85019

£5.99
 

Around the Year

product code: 85004

Delightful verses and delicate, playful illustrations take young children through the special joys of each month of the year, from icy February to the green shoots of April, the red poppies of July, September's apples and the delights of December.

Age: from 3 to 6 years£10.99
 
Around the Year

Around The Year Mini Book

product code: 85024

Age: from 3 to 6 years£5.99
 


The Children of Hat Cottage

product code: 85001

Three children and their mother live in a cottage shaped like a hat, on a little island, in a lake. One day their mother goes to the mainland to find yarn to make the children new clothes. While she is away the children try to help around the house, but housework is much harder than they thought. Will Hat Cottage still be standing when their mother returns. 

Age: from 3 to 6 years£10.99Hardback
 
The Children of Hat Cottage


Children of the Forest

product code: 85023

The children of the forest live deep in the roots of an old pine tree. They collect wild mushrooms and blueberries and shelter under toadstools when it rains. They play with the squirrels and frogs, and when autumn comes, they collect and prepare food to see them through the long winter, until the warm spring breeze starts to blow. Click here to look at the Forest Folk Dolls inspired by this story (at the bottom of this page).

Age: from 4 to 6 years£9.99
 
Children of the Forest


Children of the Forest Mini Book

product code: 85020

£5.99
 

Ollie's Ski Trip

product code: 85012

Six-year-old Ollie is given his first pair of real skis. As soon as the snow begins to fall he sets off on an adventure by himself to the palace of King Winter. A beautiful, seasonal tale suitable for 3-7 year olds. Click here to look at the Forest Folk Doll inspired by this story (at the bottom of this page).

Age: from 4 to 6 years£9.99
 
Ollie's Ski Trip

Ollie's Ski Trip Mini Book

product code: 85025

Age: from 3 to 6 years£5.99
 


Rosalind and the Little Deer

product code: 85010

Rosalind loves to play with her little deer, but one day a hunter and his dog frightens the deer away. The little deer is captured by the King and kept in a golden cage. Can Rosalind persuade the mighty King to set the little deer free? Classic Elsa Beskow published in English for the first time. 

Age: from 4 to 7 years£10.99Hardback
 
Rosalind and the Little Deer

Peter in Blueberry Land

product code: 85008

Peter is looking for blueberries for his mother’s birthday but he can’t find a single one. Suddenly he feels a light tap on his shoe, and a strange and magical adventure begins. First published in Sweden in 1901, Peter in Blueberry Land still maintains its original appeal. This is an enchanting story, perfect for reading aloud before bedtime. Click here to look at the Forest Folk Doll inspired by this story (at the bottom of this page)

Age: from 4 to 6 years£9.99
 
Peter in Blueberry Land

Peter in Blueberry Land Mini Book

product code: 85021

£5.99
 

Pelle's New Suit

product code: 85014

Pelle has a lamb whose coat grew longer and longer, while Pelle's Sunday suit grew shorter and shorter! Pelle shears the lamb, the wool is carded, spun, dyed and woven. Finally the tailor makes a new suit for Pelle. Click here to look at the Forest Folk Doll inspired by this story

Age: from 4 to 6 years£9.99
 
Pelle's New Suit

Pelle's New Suit Mini Book

product code: 85022

£4.99
 

The Curious Fish

product code: 85006

When Flash, a very curious perch, is caught and held captive on dry land, his friends are determined to save him. To do so, they enlist the help of a wise old frog and a little magic. Our son's favourite Elsa Beskow when he was little! Now available in English for the first time.

Age: from 3 to 6 years£10.99
 
The Curious Fish

Emily and Daisy

product code: 85007

Emily offers to look after Daisy for the day. She meets a big dog, a boastful boy and an old man on the way. When she gets to the meadow she realises she is going to need some help. A delightful springtime book from Elsa Beskow.

Age: from 3 to 6 years£10.99
 
Emily and Daisy

The Tale of the Little, Little Old Woman

product code: 85003

A little, little old woman, lived in a little, little house with a little, little cat... A simple tale for the youngest children. 

Age: from 3 to 4 years£8.99
 
The Tale of the Little, Little Old Woman

The Flowers' Festival

product code: 85015

A lucky little girl is invited by the flower fairies to join them for their Midsummer festival. Gathering around Queen Rose, all the flowers and bumblebees and birds tell their enchanting stories, while Pea-blossom and the Dew-cups serve refreshments.

Age: from 4 to 6 years£9.99
 
The Flowers' Festival

Christopher's Harvest Time

product code: 85016

Christopher meets the spirit of September in the garden, and is introduced to all the harvest folk: the Gooseberry girls and boys, old man Black-Currant, the misses Plum and the proud Strawberries.

Age: from 5 to 7 years£9.99
 
Christopher's Harvest Time


Woody, Hazel and Little Pip

product code: 85005

This delightful autumn story describes woodland scenes when two acorn children get carried away to adventures by the blustery autumn wind.

Age: from 5 to 8 years£10.99
 
Woody, Hazel and Little Pip

Peter's Old House

product code: 85017

Peter lives in a shabby old house in the village. He builds boats for the children, shows visitors around in ten different languages and is the village doctor and handyman. One day an official tells him his house must be repaired or demolished. 

Age: from 5 to 8 years£9.99
 
Peter's Old House

Princess Sylvie

product code: 85002

Princess Sylvie persuades her father, the King, to leave the palace gardens and walk in the woods. The King is unsure: What might be in the woods? Then Sylvie's dog Oskar runs off after a hare and Sylvie's adventure begins. A delightful story from Elsa Beskow about exploring new places, making new friends and the comforts of home. First time available in English.

Age: from 4 to 7 yearsHB£10.99
 
Princess Sylvie

Elsa Beskow Dolls

These figures are just delightful. The detailing and quality of materials is unsurpassed - handmade felt and boiled wool clothing, mohair hair and hand painted faces. A single figure will enhance your season table and cheer you up beyond compare. Height 12-14cm. Note that these are not intended as toys. Limited availability. 

The group on this page are based on the characters of the well-loved
Elsa Beskow stories. Each doll is carefully made with wool felt, boiled wool, velour and mohair. The little Children of the Forest even have crocheted mushroom hats! And little Pelle comes with a ball of white wall, a roll of blue cloth, a hank of blue wool and his new suit .


Ollie with Skis

product code: 21050

£99.95
 
Ollie with Skis

Pelle (with his new suit!)

product code: 21051

Pelle comes with a ball of white wall, a roll of blue cloth, a hank of blue wool (not shown) and his new suit (also not shown). 

£99.95
 
Pelle (with his new suit!)

Blueberry Peter

product code: 85008

£99.95
 
Blueberry Peter

Sun Egg Elves

£99.95 each

 

Peter and Lotta's Adventure

product code: 85018

When Peter and Lotta give away one of their kittens, they find themselves having a day full of adventures including all the excitement of the fair. But will they manage to get home safely? 

Age: from 5 to 8 years£9.99
 
Peter and Lotta's Adventure

The Land of Long Ago

product code: 85009

Kelly and Kai love to play on a gnarled old tree trunk. One day a mischevious gnome makes the tree trunk come to life and the children are whisked off to The Land of Long ago on the back of an old tree trunk dragon. Now available in English for the first time. hbAge: from 4 to 6 years£9.99
 
The Land of Long Ago