Our World: Iceland
Our World: Iceland by Ævar Þór Benediktsson is a children’s book published by Barefoot Books, Incorporated on October 7, 2025. This 20-page edition invites young readers to explore the unique culture and geography of Iceland, presenting a day filled with local experiences such as enjoying traditional hafragautur for breakfast and witnessing the beauty of volcanoes and the northern lights. The text includes pronunciation guides for Icelandic words, enhancing the educational aspect of the narrative.
Readers will find an engaging portrayal of Icelandic life through vivid illustrations by Lóa Hlín Hjálmtýsdóttir. The book is part of the Our World series, which aims to provide insights into various cultures around the globe. Endnotes offer additional information about life in Iceland, making it a resource for those interested in geography and cultural studies. This edition is designed to be both informative and enjoyable, encouraging children to learn about and appreciate different parts of the world.
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“This series offers solid glimpses of faraway places, more poetry than a tour guide . . . evocative and inviting” – School Library Journal
Góðan daginn! Spend a day in Iceland eating hafragautur for breakfast, visiting the farm in the countryside, and driving past volcanoes and the northern lights. Even learn words in Icelandic with pronunciation guides throughout the story.
- Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series with over 200k copies sold
- Written by Icelandic author Ævar Þór Benediktsson and illustrated by Icelandic illustrator Lóa Hlín Hjálmtýsdóttir
- Endnotes provide more insights into life in Iceland
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