Children's books

The KB children's book collection comprises over a quarter of a million titles. Old children's books show how youth learned to read in the past, what children found interesting, exciting, or educational, and which values ​​adults wanted to pass on to the next generation. For researchers and enthusiasts of old children's books, these publications offer a wealth of information on youth literature, upbringing, and book history. Moreover, many works for children are illustrated, which makes them particularly attractive. 

In addition to picture books and children's books, the collection also includes children's and youth magazines, chapbooks, comic books, and reference works about youth literature. On this page, you will find an overview of inspiring glimpses into the children's book collection.