In review: Walt Disney's Children's Classics

'Walt Disney’s Children’s Classics' is a sumptuous, nostalgia-soaked celebration of the Disney's golden storytelling years. Taschen have long been known for beautifully produced and illustrated art and photography books but have only recently launched into books for children - or more appropriately, for grown ups to share with children. This book presents ten of the very best stories from Snow White to Peter Pan, all lavishly illustrated of course. Taschen’s production values are, as ever, impeccable—rich colour reproduction, generous scale, and a tactile pleasure that suits the magic it contains. What elevates it beyond a simple archive is its sense of invitation: you’re not just looking, but re-entering a world where imagination feels boundless and kindly.

For children, its appeal is immediate and joyful. The vivid illustrations and familiar characters draw them in at once, while the clarity of design allows younger readers to linger, explore, and discover without feeling overwhelmed. It’s a book that encourages shared reading—an adult turning pages, a child pointing, asking, laughing. From early sketches to finished scenes, the evolution of beloved tales unfolds with quiet charm.

It’s a book to dip into, to gift, and to keep within easy reach—especially when one needs reminding of the enduring grace and craft of classic animation.   

Features: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Dumbo, Bambi, Peter and the Wolf, Once Upon a Wintertime, The Adventures of Mr. Toad, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan