About This Book
NY Is for New York offers a vibrant, alphabetical journey through the Big Apple, showcasing its most famous landmarks with stunning, retro-inspired illustrations. Each letter introduces a new New York sight, accompanied by a brief, engaging snippet of information perfect for young learners. The added interactive element of finding a hidden gorilla on every page provides an extra layer of fun, encouraging observation and engagement. This book is ideal for children aged 4-11, serving as both an educational tool for alphabet and vocabulary building, and a delightful introduction to one of the world's most exciting cities.
See the sights of New York as never before! Award-winning illustrator Paul Thurlby takes the reader from A for The American Museum of Natural History to Z for The Bronx Zoo. Paired with snippets of information about each landmark, each page's bold, eye-catching imagery is a visual treat for both kids and adults. As a fun bonus, a little gorilla hidden on each page adds an interactive element that kids will love.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite New York City landmark in the book and why?
2
If you could visit one place in New York City, where would you go first?
3
Can you think of other words that start with some of the letters we saw in the book?
4
What other animals might you see at the Bronx Zoo, besides a gorilla?
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