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Cityblock (an Abrams Block Book) - by Christopher Franceschelli (Board Book)
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Highlights
- From high up in a skyscraper to far below the ground in the subway, young readers will explore city life in a brand-new way in Cityblock, a fun addition to the Abrams Block Book series!
- 3-5 Years
- 6.4" x 5.6" Board Book
- 96 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Concepts
- Series Name: Abrams Block Book
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About the Book
"Cityblock explores city life ... from up in a high-rise building to down in the subway. Divided into three sections--things that go, things to see, and things to eat--it features 24 different aspects of city living. As with the other ... books in the series, die-cut icons hint at the larger context on the next spread. Each section opens with a full city scene but gradually focuses in on the small, unique neighborhoods that make the city large and grand"--Book Synopsis
From high up in a skyscraper to far below the ground in the subway, young readers will explore city life in a brand-new way in Cityblock, a fun addition to the Abrams Block Book series! STARRED REVIEW *"A big urban adventure in a small package." ―Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW *"Will delight young readers and grown-ups." ―School Library Journal Divided into three sections--things that go, things to see, and things to eat--Cityblock features 24 different aspects of city living. Kids who live in, visit, or dream about New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, St. Louis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and more will love getting to know how cities work from top to bottom. Like the previous books in the series, Cityblock has die-cut shapes on every spread and durable, interactive fold-out pages, perfect for little hands. Each section opens with a full city scene but gradually focuses in on the small, unique neighborhoods that make the city special. This clever book will attract young readers living in urban hubs and suburbia alike with its bright, animated, retro-inspired artwork by Peski Studio. This is a must-have book for the little city slicker in your family. Collect the whole series: AlphablockCountablock
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Review Quotes
**STARRED REVIEW**
"A big urban adventure in a small package."--Publishers Weekly
**STARRED REVIEW**
"This cleverly designed board book will delight young readers and grown-ups alike." --School Library Journal
"Children in urban settings will recognize this city's feel, while suburban or rural children will be equally happy to join in the adventure."--Kirkus
About the Author
Christopher Franceschelli is a seasoned publisher, editor, and creator of children's books. He currently runs Chronicle's Handprint imprint and the SmartInk packaging company. A born-and-raised New Yorker, Franceschelli lives with his family in Brooklyn. His books include the Hello City! Series and the Abrams Trail Tale series. David Partington is an illustrator based in Bristol, UK. His influences range from mid-century design to Saturday morning cartoons. As part of Peski Studio (formerly Peskimo) he enjoys screen printing, a process which often informs his approach to illustration. David's work can be seen in kids' books, food packaging, and jumbo floor puzzles around the world. He especially enjoys creating characters, drawing friendly robots, and sending them on incredible adventures. His books include the Abrams Block Book series and the Hello Dinosaur series.Dimensions (Overall): 6.4 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x 2.0 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.35 Pounds
Suggested Age: 3-5 Years
Number of Pages: 96
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Concepts
Series Title: Abrams Block Book
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Theme: General
Format: Board Book
Author: Christopher Franceschelli
Language: English
Street Date: September 6, 2016
TCIN: 51411903
UPC: 9781419721892
Item Number (DPCI): 248-20-2717
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 2 inches length x 5.6 inches width x 6.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.35 pounds
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