Introduce your littlest readers to one of the greatest stories ever told — love, courage, and second chances, all in the palm of their tiny hands!

Lit for Little Hands: Les Misérables brings Victor Hugo's sweeping classic to life for babies and toddlers through interactive elements, simple engaging prose, and adorable illustrations. Kids can lift a cart with Jean Valjean, wave a flag with Marius Pontmercy, and even dodge the rats in the sewers of Paris! Far more than a simple primer, this sturdy board book stays faithful to the original story and delights fans of the novel with its clever use of actual dialogue straight from Hugo's manuscript.

Truly Interactive: Hands-on elements invite children to participate in the story, making reading an active, memorable adventure rather than a passive experience.
Faithful to the Original: Uses real dialogue from Victor Hugo's manuscript, so parents and fans of the novel will love sharing it just as much as little ones will.
Age-Appropriate Storytelling: The full arc of this beloved tale — love, sacrifice, and redemption — is retold in simple, warm language perfectly suited for young listeners.
Built to Last: Super-sturdy board book construction means this classic can be read again and again, surviving even the most enthusiastic little hands.

"Great perils have this fine characteristic, that they bring to light the fraternity of strangers." — Victor Hugo, Les Misérables

About the Author

Brooke Jorden and David Miles are the creative team behind the Lit for Little Hands series, published by Familius. Together they craft board books that honour the depth and detail of great classic literature while making these timeless stories accessible and joyful for the very youngest readers. The series is designed to spark a lifelong love of books, beginning right from the start.

Product Details

Publisher: Familius LLC
Publication date: September 2020
Language: English
Print length: 16 pages
ISBN-13: 9781641701969

Lit for Little Hands: Les Miserables