Jean-Jacques SempéChildren's Books·1932–2022
Le Petit Nicolas
Le Petit Nicolas
Ongoing series · 2 booksAbout this series
Join Nicolas and his friends as they navigate the everyday adventures and minor mishaps of childhood in 1950s France. This classic series offers a humorous and gentle look at school, friendships, and family life through a child's eyes.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Le Petit Nicolas movie?
There are multiple film adaptations of the Le Petit Nicolas stories, including a live-action French film released in 2009 and an animated film released in 2014.
Can Le Petit Nicolas books be read out of order?
Each book in the Le Petit Nicolas series presents self-contained vignettes of childhood, so they can be enjoyed in any order without losing narrative continuity.
Who wrote Le Petit Nicolas?
The Le Petit Nicolas series was created by René Goscinny, who wrote the stories, and Jean-Jacques Sempé, who provided the distinctive illustrations.
How many Le Petit Nicolas books are there?
There are two main entries in the Le Petit Nicolas series listed in the catalogue. The series is not marked as complete.