New York City History for Kids: From New Amsterdam to the Big Apple with 21 Activities Volume 44 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781883052935)

In this lively 400-year history, kids will read about Peter Stuyvesant and the enterprising Dutch colonists, follow the spirited patriots as they rebel against the British during the American Revolution, learn about the crimes of the infamous Tweed Ring, journey through the notorious Five Points slum with its tenements and street vendors, and soar to new heights with the Empire State Building and New York City's other amazing skyscrapers. Along the way, they'll stop at Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and many other prominent New York landmarks. With informative and fun activities, such as painting a Dutch fireplace tile or playing a game of stickball, this valuable resource includes a time line of significant events, a list of historic sites to visit or explore online, and web resources for further study, helping young learners gain a better understanding of the Big Apple's culture, politics, and geography.

Author: Richard Panchyk
ISBN-10: 1883052939
ISBN-13: 9781883052935
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Language: English
Published: 11/01/2012
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.40h x 10.90w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 10/01/2012 pg. 159
Kirkus Reviews 10/15/2012