NEW: 50 CITIES in the U.S.A.

written by Gabrielle Balkan   |   illustrated by Sol Linero
published by Wide-Eyed Editions |   September 7, 2017 |
ages 7 + |   112 pages |  11 x 13.3"
List Price: $30.00 | ISBN: 978-1847808707
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ALL ABOARD!
Take a tour of America's best-loved—and lesser-known—urban delights in this compendium of 50 city maps. Enjoy skyscraper streets, museum miles, local food trucks, and city parks from Anchorage to Washington, D.C. and discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, culture, and diversity that have helped make America what it is today.

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REVIEWS
"The creators of the fact-packed The 50 States (2015) give as many of the United States’ bustling burgs similarly upbeat, panoramic overviews. As selective as the companion outing but a trove of data nonetheless for tourists of both the active and armchair sorts." - Kirkus

”Balkan covers 50 cities, representing most states and Washington, DC, in this lively volume. The pages are busy with cartoon illustrations and chatty facts on everything from city nicknames to well-known denizens to beloved places and festivals. Balkan also includes a schedule of activities for each city. Readers can stroll along the 1.7 miles of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco; visit the Liberty Ship Memorial in Portland, ME; or stop by the Beverly Cleary Sculpture Garden in Portland, OR. The information is laid out over softly hued street maps of the various cities. This engaging volume contains a surprising amount of information in a brief amount of space. A "Cities We'd Also Love To Visit" section and an extensive index finish off the book. VERDICT Fun, fast trivia. While not intended for in-depth research, this is a highly entertaining delight for browsers.” — School Library Journal

"An incredible resource, meticulously written and researched, thoughtfully designed and gorgeously illustrated. A must for every home library." - Little Lit Book Series

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In what city can you find Nesmin?

CITY REVEAL

1904 SUMMER OLYMPICS

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In what city did the 1904 Olympics take place?

CITY REVEAL

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In what city can you find this factory?

CITY REVEAL