Book details
Around Town
Description
This vibrant, exuberant tour of New York City, illustrated in colorful, detailed watercolors, will delight children. A dark-haired girl and her mother walk through the streets and enjoy all of the fun the city has to offer on a summer day -- street entertainment, eating outdoors at a sidewalk restaurant, feeding pigeons. A good choice for story hours.
Age
3-8
Text complexity
proficient
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- To explore the vibrant and diverse community settings depicted in the illustrations, which can foster a greater appreciation for different cultures and lifestyles.
- To engage children with the detailed and realistic artwork, encouraging them to pay attention to the nuances of everyday life and urban environments.
- To enjoy a story that may highlight the importance of community, friendship, and the various activities that bring people together in a town setting.
- To introduce young readers to the concept of urban exploration and to encourage curiosity about the world around them, including the places and people that make up their own communities.