THE CHILDREN OF NOISY VILLAGE, by Astrid Lindgren and Mini Grey, Viking Books for Young Readers, July 1, 2025, Paperback, $7.99 (ages 8-12)
Discover the adventures of a group of children in a small Swedish village in The Children of Noisy Village, by Astrid Lindgren and Mini Grey.
This collection of stories takes readers through a year in the lives of the children of Noisy Village, as told by seven-year-old Lisa.
Noisy Village is a small place. It’s a farm village with just three houses and six children. But there’s plenty of fun and adventures to be had. Join the children of Noisy Village as they rescue a dog, search for a secret treasure map, and get caught in a snowstorm! —Synopsis provided by Viking Books for Young Readers
The Children of Noisy Village is the first book in a series by Astrid Lindgren author of the Pippi Longstocking series.
First published decades ago, this version of The Children of Noisy Village has been updated for today’s readers with black-and-white illustrations that capture Lindgren’s playful story.
The Children of Noisy Village’s episodic feel is perfect for children who are graduating from early chapter books to full-on novels. The chapters are short, the characters charming and the humor is spot-on. It’s a wholesome read that should appeal to lots of readers.
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