Synopses & Reviews
In this snapshot of Chicago, spirited and charming images pair with quirky text to guide young readers through this unique city. Babies act as tour guides, showcasing where they live and play in the city while providing an authentic tour of all things local in this sturdy and appealing board book. From famed attractions to iconic landmarks, this educational and entertaining read captures the essence of what it means to live in and visit Windy City.
Synopsis
Here come the Chicago babies, ready to give you a tour of their hometown in this appealing board book
Spirited and charming images pair with quirky text to introduce young readers to a group of smart, active, stylish, and just plain silly tots enjoying life in the Windy City. From The Bean to the E train and Lake Michigan, this entertaining book is an essential introduction to the fun, arts, and diversity in store for the babies of Chicago.
And the fun doesn't end there. Chicago Baby includes oodles of amusing activities and educational reading tips to help parents enjoy the book with their children over and over again
- Features bonus tie-in activities in the back for every page, perfect to engage children ages 0-4
- Learn more about your home or favorite place to visit and recognize local landmarks, food, slang, and more on every page
- Gift it as a baby shower or first birthday gift, perfect for new parents or grandparents to read aloud to your little one
About the Author
Jerome Pohlen has written for the "Chicago Reader," "Reader's Digest," and "Time Out Chicago." He is the author of "Albert Einstein and Relativity for Kids"; "Oddball Illinois"; and more than 20 travel, science, and children's books. He lives in Chicago. Violet Lemay is an award-winning illustrator whose children's books include "Doodle New York," "Doodle San Francisco," "My Foodie ABC," and "New York Baby." Her work has appeared in "American Baby," "Better Homes and Gardens," "Elle," "Family Circle," the "New York Times," "Parent and Child," and the "Wall Street Journal." She lives in Savannah, Georgia.