About This Book
Arnold Lobel's "On the Day Peter Stuyvesant Sailed into Town" is a delightful, rhyming historical fiction picture book that introduces young readers to the legendary Dutch governor of New Amsterdam. The story humorously depicts Stuyvesant's arrival and his determined efforts to clean up the unruly settlement with a series of strict, yet often comical, proclamations. It's an engaging way to introduce concepts of civic order, historical figures, and the early days of New York City, perfect for children aged 4-11. The rhythmic text makes it an excellent read-aloud, while older children can enjoy the wit and historical context independently.
Finding the appearance of New Amsterdam a total disgrace, Peter Stuyvesant begins issuing no-nonsense proclamations to rectify the situation.
Discussion Prompts
1
What kind of rules did Peter Stuyvesant make? Why do you think he thought they were important?
2
How do you think the people of New Amsterdam felt about all the new rules?
3
What are some rules in our community or home that help keep things orderly?
4
What was New Amsterdam like before Peter Stuyvesant arrived? How did it change?
5
If you were the governor, what's one rule you would make for your town?
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