The next in this state-by-state strand of the best-selling 50 States series, Only in New York explores the most amazing sites, cities, history and natural landscapes of the Empire State. From the roar of Niagara Falls to the tip of Lady Libertys torch, explore the length and breadth of New York with the help of little-known facts and colourful art. A state map, timelines and spotlight spreads shine a light on the best and most surprising sites, histories, places, people, culture and food this state has to offer.
Locations include: New York City, Long Island, Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Catskills and Adirondacks, Syracuse, the Finger Lakes and many more. Discover fun-filled festivals, storied monuments, famous New Yorkers and even inventions you never knew came from the state. Its all here in Only in New York, so start spreadin the news!
Each book in the state-by-state subseries covers the following areas: Weird and wacky stats and facts
Historical timeline
Local sports
Museums, amusement parks and cultural events
Food and drink
Animals and plants
Inventions
Fun festivals
Changemakers and superstars
Quiz questions The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.
Also available from the series:50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in Texas, Only in California, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States, as well as a wide range of activity books and gifts.
By:
Heather Alexander
Illustrated by:
Joseph Moffat-Peña
Imprint: Wide Eyed Editions
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 276mm,
Width: 235mm,
ISBN: 9780711281431
ISBN 10: 0711281432
Series: Americana
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 05 September 2023
Recommended Age: From 7 to 11 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
,
English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Welcome to New York Stats & Facts New York City History Timeline Long Island Spectacular Sports Hudson Valley Trees & Flowers The Catskills Museums & Attractions Albany & the Capital Region Food, Glorious Food Thousand Islands Amazing Animals The Adirondacks Cool Inventions Syracuse & Central New York Fun Festivals The Finger Lakes & Rochester Change Makers Buffalo The Awe of Mother Nature Niagara Falls Weird, Weirder, Weirdest Index
Born in New York and now based in sunny California, Heather Alexander is the author of numerous books for children, both fiction and nonfiction, including Only In America, Eat Bugs: Project Startup, A Child's Introduction to the Nutcracker, A Child's Introduction to Egyptology, and the Wallace and Grace early chapter book series. Heather also works as a childrens book editor. Visit her at heatheralexanderbooks.com.Joseph Moffat-Pena is a children's book author and illustrator based in Oregon City, Oregon, US. From a young age, Joseph has shown a keen interest in drawing. Some of his early inspirations include Ed Emberly, Genndy Tartakovsky, and Dr. Seuss. While Joseph primarily works digitally, he also enjoys experimenting with various traditional drawing and painting methods. All of his digital brushes and textures have been carefully created traditionally first. Aside from illustrating, Joseph enjoys exploring trails with his wife and two dogs, listening to and playing music, and going out to the movies.
Reviews for Only in New York: Weird and Wonderful Facts About The Empire State
"""...eye-catching, colorful, iconic scenes... Informative and fun."" * Kirkus Reviews *"
