A year of reading Swedish childrens books

This year, I am on a mission of sorts to read classic Swedish children’s books. I’m told by friends that it’s a very important thing to do because “I’ve missed out” and also because it’s a proper way to learn more Swedish.

Alongside childrens books, I am also being introduced to “famous” musicians, television persons and shows, and other various popculture. Yes.

First up on the books list is Jag vill hellre äta ett barn. It’s not a classic but it’s definitely adorable and for ages 3-6, it’s definitely an easy read. It’s about a tiny crocodile who one day decides that he doesn’t want to eat any more bananas, sausage, or chocolate cake; he wants to eat a child.

Childrens books!

Second, John Bauers’ Förtrollande Sagovärld, so classic that I already know about it, and last, Det blåser på månen, which Carl Johan hasn’t read himself but he says it’s probably very important anyway. And so. Any recommendations?

Thursday, February 4, 2010
Liam says:

I suggest you stop reading childrens books and get a job. MATE.

ollie says:

I can't get a job without knowing Swedish, so!

Erik says:

Read Loranga Loranga! A story about Loranga and his family, who has tigers in the barn and a golden room. Loranga hates work, and can only cook food if he gets to eat it.

Det blåser på månen is a great story, you should also read Momo - eller kampen om tiden

ollie says:

Sweet. I wish I had tigers in the barn.
Momo is already on the list! :D

Tomas Antila says:

My favorite is Pelle Svanslös. They're textbooks so it might take a little while for you to get to them. (also, you could read something more relevant, these are kinda old) Here's a wiki about the movie: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_no_tail

ollie says:

Nice!
Do you have any more recommends? :D