Books in Croatian for Kids

If you’d like your kids to learn a few words in Croatian – whether simply to give them the opportunity to say a few words on their holiday, or perhaps if you’re looking to introduce the language because of a family connection – here are some books in Croatian for kids that may help. The majority of these books are fairly basic but are nevertheless a good introduction to Croatian for kids. If you’d like something a little more advanced, take a look at our Croatian Language Books page.

Incidentally, take a look at our Croatia for Kids guide to help introduce the country to children! There are even some Croatian phrases on that page that kids can pick up.

Am I small? Jesam li ja mala?

Philipp Winterberg and Nadja Wichmann

A very sweet story with gorgeous illustrations that will surely captivate children…and there are some Croatian words to boot! A recommended purchase for your kids’ library, even without the Croatian.

Lingo Dingo and the Croatian Chef

Mark Pallis and James Cottell

A cute story with lovely illustrations and a fun way of introducing around 50 words and phrases in Croatian. The book is structured so the words and phrases and gradually introduced, which may help kids gain confidence in saying them.

Happiness Street – Ulica srece

Elisavet Arkolaki and Charikleia Arkolaki

Just the thing if you’re heading to the Croatian coast on holiday for this book tells the tale of a girl who spends the summer on the seaside with her Grandma and starts painting pictures. Wonderful watercolour illustrations accompany the story. Your kids may be encouraged to say some of the words about their own seaside holiday…or to start painting! The author Elisavet Arkolaki has also written the bilingual books Cousins Forever and Summer with Grandpa which you can also find Croatian versions of.

Colouring Book: English – Croatian

If you want to combine an activity – one that’s perfect for holidays – with a book with some words of Croatian, this one is perfect! Get your kids colouring whilst also increasing their Croatian vocabulary.

My First Dictionary: English-Croatian

Bookish People

Another step up from some of the books featured above, this dictionary features over 700 words in Croatian for all manner of situations. Your kids will be fluent in no time!