What age is the event suitable for?

The reading is designed for children from 8 years old.

When does the event take place?

The event takes place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00.

Where does the reading take place?

The venue is the Museum of Nature and Man at Gerberau 32 in 79098 Freiburg.

What do children learn at the reading?

Children learn how plant seeds are spread by wind, water, and animals, and why these seed travels are important for nature.

What is the admission cost?

The events of the Freiburg Children's Literature Festival are free of charge.

Is the venue accessible?

The Museum of Nature and Man is wheelchair accessible with an elevator and has a wheelchair-accessible restroom.

How Plants Travel for Kids

Name: Isabel Pin: How Plants Travel
Start: 2026-10-15T09:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-15T12:00:00+02:00
Location: Museum Natur und Mensch

When Dandelion Parachutes and Maple Helicopters Go on a Journey

At the 33rd Freiburg Children's Literature Festival, Isabel Pin takes children aged eight and up into the fascinating world of plants. The event at the Museum of Nature and Man combines a child-friendly reading with artistic illustrations and exciting nature knowledge – an inspiring family experience for young explorers.

A Journey with Wind, Water, and Animals

Plants do not move under their own power, yet they travel all around the world. Isabel Pin shows how dandelion seeds float through the air with their little parachutes, maple seeds spin like helicopters, and other seeds reach new places with the help of water or animals. This makes plant propagation a lively learning experience.

Science Meets Picture Book Art

The illustrated non-fiction book How Plants Travel explains natural phenomena in an easily understandable way and offers children a playful access to ecology, plant reproduction, and nature conservation. Gentle, expansive illustrations invite visitors to discover fine details and develop their own questions. The event is age-appropriate for children from eight years old.

Isabel Pin: Experienced Picture Book Artist

Isabel Pin was born in 1975 in Versailles and studied illustration in Strasbourg as well as at the University of Design in Hamburg. She has written and/or illustrated more than 50 books. Her works cater to children from three years up to adults and have been honored with numerous German and international awards.

A Festival Moment for Families and School Classes

The Freiburg Children's Literature Festival has been organized since 1994 by the cultural office of the city of Freiburg and takes place in cooperation with the Freiburg Theater, schools, libraries, and other cultural partners. The focus is on encounters with authors and illustrators who foster a love of reading and allow for shared wonderment among children.

Conclusion: Nature Knowledge, Children's Laughter, and Great Curiosity

Visitors can expect a vivid reading full of nature adventures, visual worlds, and learning fun. The event shows how exciting a small seed can be and gives families time to enjoy literature and natural history together. Admission is free. Interested professional visitors and other guests can register for available spots.