About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their toddler or preschooler starts pointing at the world with a curious "What's that?", especially in an urban setting. "City Street" is a beautifully simple concept book that serves as a visual dictionary for a bustling city block. Through clean, clearly labeled illustrations, children are introduced to everything from traffic lights and fire hydrants to pigeons and skateboards. It gently fosters curiosity and observational skills, making it a perfect vocabulary builder. For children aged 2 to 6, this book is a wonderful, calm introduction to the energy of a city, great for preparing for a trip or simply exploring a new environment from the comfort of home.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is a neutral, observational portrayal of a city scene.
Ideal Reader
A 2 to 4-year-old child who is in a language explosion phase and loves to point at and name objects. It is perfect for a city-dwelling child learning about their immediate surroundings or a suburban/rural child who is curious about what a big city looks like. It also suits a child who is about to visit a city for the first time.
Parent Prep
No preparation is required. The book can be read cold. A parent can enhance the experience by making the sounds associated with the pictures (car horns, pigeon coos) and by connecting the illustrations to things the child has seen in their own life. A parent has noticed their child is fascinated by vehicles, buildings, and the general activity outside their window. The child constantly asks, "What's that?" or the family is planning a trip to a city and the parent wants to familiarize the child with the environment beforehand.
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