FICTION

Our World: Iceland

by Ævar Þór Benediktsson (text) & illus. by Lóa Hlín Hjálmtýsdóttir

Barefoot. (Our World). Oct. 2025. 20p. Board $9.99. ISBN 9798888596678. Toddler-PreS

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Toddler-PreS–Readers are invited into daily life in Iceland in the newest title in the “Our World” series. Each Icelandic word includes a phonetic guide, such as “I choose my red vettlingar (VEHT-link-ar) and my blue hufa* (HOO-va).” Told from a toddler’s viewpoint, the story follows a white family as they swim, feed farm animals, and share meals. Soft digital illustrations and a gentle color palette enhance this engaging cultural snapshot.

VERDICT A unique and appealing addition.

Reviewed by Brooke Newberry , Jan 01, 2026

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