Fellowship Programme
The International Youth Library's fellowship programme is one of the rare international research initiatives in the field of children's and young adult literature worldwide and…
Books eligible for the »White Ravens« list:
Original editions, both fiction and non-fiction for readers age 1 to 18. Translations are not eligible. Books published during the previous year. E.g.…
A creative educational project by the International Youth Library Foundation
While the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate, Jewish life in Germany is becoming increasingly threatened…
Travelling Exhibitions
Travelling exhibitions form a major component of the national and international activities of the International Youth Library. They are based on successful exhibitions,…
About us
The International Youth Library is the world’s largest library for international children’s and youth literature. Founded in 1949 by Jella Lepman, it has grown to become an…
History of the International Youth Library
The International Youth Library opened its doors to the public on September 14, 1949. Housed at the time in a villa in downtown Munich, it was the first…
Lucia means "the shining one," "the radiant one." She lived in Sicily at the end of the 3rd century and helped persecuted people and fugitives who sought refuge in caves and catacombs. Lucia provided…