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23 Free French Books for Children [PDF]

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Looking for free French books for children? We've gathered 23 free French kids books in PDF, organized by age: fairy tales for young children, classic adventures, and novels for teens.

These stories have helped children learn French through reading for generations. From Le Petit Prince and fairy tales by Charles Perrault to adventure novels like L'Île au trésor and Le Tour du Monde en Quatre-Vingts Jours.

Browse by age group or start with our fairy tales. Every book is free to read online or download in PDF format.

French Fairy Tales and Short Stories for Young Children

Short stories perfect for bedtime reading. These classic French fairy tales have been part of children's education for centuries.

You'll find nine tales by Charles Perrault, La Fontaine's famous fables, and enchanting stories by the Comtesse de Ségur.

  • Neuf Contes de Charles Perrault

    Nine classic French fairy tales in a beautifully illustrated edition created by France's Ministry of Education. Includes Le Petit Chaperon Rouge, Cendrillon, La Belle au Bois Dormant, Peau d'Âne, and more.

    Charles Perrault

    Format: PDF 145 pages 3.23 MB
  • Contes de fées

    A collection of fairy tales by the author of Beauty and the Beast. Includes La Belle et la Bête and other enchanting stories written specifically for children by one of France's earliest children's authors.

    Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont

    Format: PDF 253 pages 0.56 MB
  • Fables de La Fontaine - Livres 1 à 4

    The first four books of La Fontaine's famous Fables — from La Cigale et la Fourmi to Le Corbeau et le Renard. Short, memorable animal stories that have been a cornerstone of French children's education for centuries.

    Jean de La Fontaine

    Format: PDF 185 pages 0.6 MB
  • Nouveaux contes de fées pour les petits enfants

    Original fairy tales written specifically for young children by the Comtesse de Ségur. Features five enchanting stories including Histoire de Blondine and La Petite Souris Grise — gentler and more age-appropriate than the Grimm or Perrault traditions.

    Comtesse de Ségur

    Format: PDF 332 pages 0.68 MB

French Books for Children Ages 4 to 6

Classic stories adapted for early readers. These French kids books are simple enough for children just starting to explore the language.

French Books for Kids Ages 7 to 9

Adventures that build vocabulary and keep kids turning pages. From the mysteries of a hidden garden to Mowgli's jungle, these books make reading in French fun.

This section includes Les Malheurs de Sophie, one of the most beloved French children's books ever written.

French Books for Children Ages 10 to 12

Novels that challenge young readers with longer stories and richer vocabulary. From Tom Sawyer on the Mississippi to a shipwreck on a treasure island, these books reward patience.

This section includes Sans Famille by Hector Malot, often called the French Oliver Twist.

French Books for Teens 13 and Older

Full-length classics for teens ready to read real French literature. Adventure, survival, and social commentary from authors like Mark Twain, Jules Verne, and Jack London.

That was our collection of free French books for children. Every title is free to read online or download as PDF.

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