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Build the right box for your little reader.

1. Your reader’s info

We ask for the child’s name and birth/due date/adjusted birth date to personalize and ship the appropriate books and learning materials

2. Choose a language

Choose your child’s second language - remember, they don’t have to be fluent to get started! We’ll include cliff notes, word glossaries and more.

Spanish
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese
French

Step 2 of 2: "Hooray, Here is the book box we recommend for [Name of child](Click on the product to add to cart)"

Spanish Bud Box (0-3+ years)

Winner of the 2024 National Parenting Product Awards

Introducing our Spanish Subscription Box, a delightful collection of books for babies and kids ages 0-3+ years old. Our handpicked selection features short, compelling authentic Spanish stories with simple vocabulary. Repeated phrases encourage early readers to join in, while many sight words aid recognition. With captivating plots and lovable characters, these engaging stories are perfect for fostering language development. Start your child's Spanish journey with us today!

Bilingual baby? ¡Qué bien!

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3 picture or board books
  • Reading guides + audio read-alongs in Spanish

* The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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$49.95

Spanish Sprout Box

Discover our Sprout Box, the perfect Spanish book subscription box for kids aged 4 and above! Nurture their growing love for reading with our carefully curated selection of Spanish books handpicked from Spain and Latin America. Our Sprout Subscription Box in Spanish offers captivating storylines, longer sentences, and engaging vocabulary to support young readers' development. Watch your children embark on an exciting Spanish journey.

Libros en español para niños.

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3 picture books
  • Reading guides + audio read-alongs in Spanish

* The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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$54.95

Traditional Chinese Buds (0-3 years)

Introducing our Traditional Chinese subscription box for babies or young toddler ages 0-3 years old. You can find delightful narratives, bright and bold illustrations, and shorter text. Books are published in traditional Chinese (繁體中文）handpicked and curated from over 20+ publishers in Taiwan.

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3-4 picture or board books (Some books may have Bopomofo printed, depending on the publisher)
  • Curio developed reading guides, pinyin guides and audio read-alongs in Mandarin

* The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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$49.95

Traditional Chinese Sprout

Discover our Sprout Box, the perfect Traditional book subscription box for kids aged 4 and above! Nurture their growing love for reading with our carefully curated selection of Chinese books 繁體中文 handpicked from over 20+ publishers in Taiwan. Our Sprout Subscription Box in Traditional Chinese offers captivating storylines, longer sentences, and engaging vocabulary to support young readers' development. Watch your children embark on an exciting Chinese language journey.

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3 picture books in Chinese (Some books have bopomofo, depending on the publishers)
  • Curio developed Reading guides, Pinyin guides + audio read-alongs in Mandarin

* The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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$54.95

Simplified Chinese Buds (0-3 years)

Introducing our Simplified Chinese Subscription Book Box, specially curated for children aged 0-3 years old!

These books are shorter text and bright and contrasting illustrations, with emphasis on repetition or enumeration. They’re written with rhythmic phrases that build recognition of syllables, words, and sounds.

适合0-3岁的中文儿童书订阅盒。精选了来自中国40家出版社的幼儿图画书，以短文本和明亮对比的插图为特点，帮助孩子识别音节、单词和声音。让您的孩子在阅读中享受乐趣培养对中文的兴趣和理解。

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3-4 picture or board books
  • Reading guides + audio read-alongs in Mandarin

* The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

...

$49.95

Simplified Chinese Sprout

Our Simplified Chinese book subscription for kids ages 4 and above. 

Our Sprout Box is a Chinese book subscription box specially curated for nursery to elementary-aged kids! Designed for young readers who are becoming more confident, yet still seeking a little guidance, our Sprout Box offers a delightful collection of Chinese books that feature more complex storylines, longer sentences, and engagingly challenging words. 

适合4岁以上的精选中文书籍 订阅盒。   通过适龄、引人入胜的书籍，激发好奇心和培养语言能力。

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3 picture books
  • Reading guides + audio read-alongs in Mandarin

* The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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$54.95

French Bud Box (0-3 years)

Still wondering where to find French storybooks for children? Look no further, Curio’s French subscription box offers a variety of award-winning books filled with beautiful illustrations that are bound to become family favorites. By working with independent publishing houses in Paris and the heart of Europe, we curate some of the latest novelties in children's literature from France, Switzerland, and Belgium. 

For the 0-3+ years old babies and toddlers, our handpicked selection focuses on board books with repetition, lots of visual components allowing for versatile reading and thematics that resonate with their world. Simple vocabulary and eye-catching illustrations allow for lots to discuss with your little ones.

Each box includes:

  • A unique selection of 3 picture or board books
  • Reading guides and glossary of new words and pronunciation in French

      • * The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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      $49.95

      French Sprout Box

      Our Sprout Box in French for children 4 and above is sure to nurture your little readers’ growing love of french books. While storylines gain in length and complexity, they offer essential life lessons in a very relatable way to Elementary school children. 

      We collaborate with French independent publishing houses that have received much acclaim for their books throughout France, Belgium and Switzerland.

      In true French fashion, these books are elegant with a certain “je ne sais quoi”  that is sure to get the whole family hooked!

      Each box includes:

      • A unique selection of 3 picture books
      • Reading guides and glossary of new words and pronunciation in French
      • Longer sentences, more sophisticated words, age and developmentally appropriate topics, eye-catching and poetic illustrations

      * The images provided may not always accurately reflect the contents of the box. Each box you receive as part of the subscription will contain different books.

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      $54.95

      A grow with you bookclub

      Ages 0 - 3+

      Bud Box

      Short stories written with rhythmic phrases that focus on phonics and build recognition of syllables, words and sounds.

      Ages 4+

      Sprout Box

      Protagonists are introduced with a more chronological sequence of events for children to learn to associate themselves to a character. More poetic and complex concepts are presented for families to discuss.

      Curio FAQ's

      Where are the books from?

      Our books are sourced from the country they are published in.

      Our Spanish books are sourced from Spain and different Spanish speaking countries in Latin America.

      Our Simplified Chinese books are sourced from 45 different publishers in China.

      Our Traditional Chinese books are sourced from publishers in Taiwan and Hong Kong.

      All books are original and copywrited.

      Do you plan to have more languages?

      Yes. We are working on adding new languages. Send your language request to hello@becurio.co.

      Are these books bilingual in English or in the language itself?

      Our books are mainly sourced from countries where the language is spoken as the native tongue. Therefore they are mainly in the language itself. Occasionally we come across excellent bilingual books which we do include into our curation.

      What if I already have one of the books I received?

      Send an email to hello@becurio.co with a picture of both books and we will gladly work with you on a refund.

      How can I cancel my subscription?

      We'd hate to see you go! You may terminate your subscription anytime on your account page.