Wow! This book is absolutely packed with lore about superstitions, some well-known and others, not so much so.

It explains the origins and development of many superstitions. Like if you've always wondered why black cats and Friday the 13th are unlucky, you can read it here. I found it fascinating how some things are unlucky in some countries but not so or even lucky in others. (I did know why crossing your fingers is actually bad in Vietnam since a Vietnamese student graphically enlightened our class.)

Why are chimney sweeps good luck? Why are crossroads unlucky? Here's the book to enlighten you.

"One crow sorrow, two crows joy..."

What a fun little book! This is a book about.. yeap, superstitions just like the title. It discusses all of the known superstitions like black cat, the bless you after the sneeze, mirrors, crows and ravens, and more. I actually really enjoy reading this book. It has a few search and find games too. This book is more fitting to older kids because it is packed with text and information. But even so, the writer talks about it in a fun way that is so engaging. I highly recommend it for all of the curious readers out there :)

A fun, informative book for curious minds! Covering a slew of classic superstitions that are commonly used in adult language, Sekaninova gives readers a better understanding of each by teaching us the history and significance of the most popular cultural references.

The illustrations by Lukas Figel are creative and fun! Both educational and eye-catching, Figel did a fantastic job creating an alternative, almost spooky feeling throughout the book that matches the unsettling feeling these superstitions give us!

My favorite were the tales of the chimney sweeps. We don't have that profession commonly in America anymore, so I had never heard that chimney sweeps were lucky. It makes Mary Poppins even more delightful to think about! Honorable mention definitely goes to sneezing your soul out! What a silly concept surely, regularly, disproven? After reading, I can confidently say that I am not superstitious, but I am a little stitious 😉

Thank you to Albatros Media and NetGalley for this ARC!

Being a bit of a superstitious person myself, I didn’t actually learn any new superstitions from this book. But I think that says a lot more about my longtime interest in the subject than it does about the author falling short, because she certainly didn’t.

This is an absolutely adorable book, filled with sweet, beautiful illustrations. Even though I was already familiar with the superstitions included, I still really enjoyed flipping through it. For me, the illustrations were definitely the highlight. Since I already knew most of the information, the artwork gave me something new to appreciate on every page.

I received this as an advanced reader copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I also have another, similar book by this author waiting for me. That one covers a completely different topic, so while I’m already pretty certain I’m going to enjoy the artwork just as much, I’m looking forward to experiencing it in a different context and hopefully learning some new things along the way.

I really think Superstitions is a book worth buying, especially because this is the sort of book that benefits from being held in your hands and browsed through whenever the mood strikes. Anyone who loves illustration would appreciate it, and I honestly have a hard time imagining a child who wouldn’t enjoy looking through these pages.

Even as someone who was already pretty well versed in the subject, I found this charming and thoroughly enjoyable. Sometimes you don’t have to learn something new for a book to be worth your time. Sometimes it’s enough to see something familiar presented beautifully.

What a neat book! Superstitions by Stepanka Sekaninova does a great job of explaining superstitions from around the world. I love that it included so many different cultures and a lot of historical information. It is fascinating that in many cases, the same superstition (like not whistling at night) arose independently in different cultures. I also loved learning about variations on the same type of superstition, like it being white cats, not black, that are considered unlucky in England. Superstitions does a great job of sharing a lot of information in a way that is entertaining and accessible.

Lukas Figel’s illustrations are bizarre, in the best way, and their uncanniness fits the subject matter perfectly.

What a whimsical book for kids explaining Superstitions! It even comes with a fun maze and hide and seek game! The images are perfect to grab a little ones attention. It even provided information I wasn't aware of! Oh, I can't wait to add this to my collection! Black cat moms unite!

I loooove the illustrations and design of this book. This is exactly what I look for to stock the shelves of my 001 section. The kids and families at my library would really enjoy this.

This book was well written. Not only did it go over the origin of common superstitions- at least in my community- it also tells the basis of the superstition, some alternatives, and fascinating stories about each. While I enjoyed reading about superstitions I knew about, I found the most fascinating when the author pulled from communities around the world to describe how other people see these ideas.

This is a book of superstitions from around the world, both for positive and negative themes, good and bad luck. Very detailed and wonderfully illustrated with full color. The most commonly known are here obviously, but also some lesser known ones from other cultures, which I like to see. Couple activity pages. Good compilation!

Amazingly illustrated, short and informative texts about superstitions from all around the world, what they mean and how they may have emerged. Loved it!

Superstitions is an entertaining and educational read that explores fascinating beliefs from cultures around the world. Filled with fun facts, engaging illustrations, and interactive elements, it encourages young readers to think critically while sparking curiosity about the traditions and stories behind everyday superstitions.

I love books full of interesting facts (I’m a hoot at parties)—especially ones surrounding history, dispelling myths, or expanding worldviews. This one delivered on all fronts!

The kid-friendly explanations made even unfamiliar superstitions easy to understand, and the illustrations kept everything fun and engaging. What I appreciated most, though, was how the book explored superstitions from different cultures and throughout history with curiosity instead of judgement. It encourages kids to learn about different beliefs with an open mind, and I loved that approach.

Thank you to NetGalley and Albatros Media for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange in my honest review.

"Superstitions: Mirros, Ladders, Black Cats, Rabbits' Feet and More" by Stepanka Sekaninova is a funny and informative introduction to superstitions around the world for younger readers. Each chapter focuses on one object or concept and the superstitions that are associated with it, good and bad, from around the world. All of this is done in an inquisitive manner that encourages young readers to think without judgement, while still being narrated in a comedic way made even me laugh. The author was very open about their own superstitions and why they wrote the book which I found to be both endearing and relatable as it helps the readers to also examine their own beliefs.

The illustrations by Lukas Figel are excellent and memorable. You will find many hidden surprises on the pages for even more fun.

All in all, a fun book that would be excellent for some summer reading.

This book is packed with way more information than I expected and it is such a nice surprise. The illustration is humorous and fabulous. Will definitely buy it once it is out.

Superstitions from around the world are highlighted in this browsable nonfiction book perfect for the elementary crowd. The book even emphasizes the difference in superstitions between countries and regions. With delightful illustrations and a retro color scheme, this is a book that students will reach for again and again.

I am so excited to try and add this to my elementary school library.

Thank you to Net Galley and Albatros Media for the ARC. All opinions are my own.