- Ages 3–6
The shape of it
The shape of this universe.
Pascaline is Beatrice Alemagna's picture-book franchise about a tiny bat with a very large will of her own. The books are funny, stylish and emotionally sharp, using Pascaline's stubbornness and intensity to explore classic early-childhood moments: not wanting to go to school and wanting something so much that nothing else feels acceptable. Alemagna's artwork gives the series a distinctive European picture-book feel, with expressive character design and a lovely balance of absurdity and tenderness. These are excellent books for strong-willed children and for adults who enjoy picture books with real artistic personality.
A beautifully illustrated, funny picture-book series about a tiny bat with enormous feelings and absolutely no interest in being reasonable.
Primary themes
Tone palette
- Funny
- Warm
- Whimsical
- Silly
Cultural footprint
A shelf of evidence.
Cultural ubiquity
2/ 5A working classic for readers in the know.
Sensitivity
Low, and collection-wide.
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