A Kid’s Guide to New York City
[Ad-gifted] We love travelling but can’t always get to the places we would love to visit, so what better way to get an insight into one of the most recognisable cities in the World, New York – than a handy travel guide. However, this guide isn’t for adults it’s aimed at kids and is a great way to fill them with some culture from across the pond.
New York is well known to most adults but to a younger generation, the big apple might still be a bit unclear and what better way to show them the kind of things they can see than a kids orientated travel guide. Lonely Planet Kid’s Guide to New York City : Let the Adventure Begin! is one of a few guides which is aimed at kids and they also feature other iconic cities around the world including Paris and London.
What I thought of the Kid’s Guide to New York City ?
This is a great sized book – its not quite as small as some of the adult sized Lonely Planet Travel guides that I already have at home, which I think is great as this is aimed at kids and having it too small would mean the content inside would be quite small; and not as easy for kids to read.
The book is filled with plenty of photographs which I found more pleasing than is it would be if filled with illustrations. So, it gives you a true idea to the places you might see in New York City.
The book walks you through the marvels of the City through the places that will inspire kids, such as areas to play and great places to eat – but obviously that will appeal to the younger generation, such as sweet shops and hot dog joints!
I love how that although the focus is to captivate kids, it shows you enough that this guide would still be a useful go to for adults! The book is aimed at 12 and under and I think in terms of reading it alone, 12 year olds would really enjoy it, as the facts and information are broken down into small easy to read paragraphs with plenty of photos.
This is a fabulous book for a curious child’s birthday or Christmas, so you if know someone who would like a copy, keep reading to find out where you can get yours.
Where can I buy the Lonely Planet Kid’s Guide to New York City and how much is it?
You can get your copy from Amazon and the hardcover retails at a very reasonable £10.95. Please check the website for the latest price as this might change.
About the Book
Publisher : Lonely Planet Kids
Number of pages : 144 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1837585236
Age range : 9 – 12 years
Format : Soft-hardback
About Lonely Planet
You will find over 150 million guidebooks in print by Lonely Planet, who are a trusted source for any traveler. Since the start of their journey in 1973, they’ve inspired generations of traveler’s to discover amazing places and allowed them, with their guidance to go off the beaten paths to appreciate different cultures and become agents of positive change.
Review by: Lex Ward
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* We were given a copy of the book in return for a feature. All opinions are our own.
18 comments
What a great travel guide and love that it is designed for kids and not adults, a great way to learn about different places and it has everything that a child will want to know about a new city
It was a great book to sit down with my son and discuss about the places we were going to see and explore
I love that they chose photographs over illustrations. It really draws in the kids when they see real-world examples of what they’re reading about.
I agree, as it seems more realistic and believable
Just like you, I too have the lonely planet guide to NYC. I will check the kid’s guide to NYC, it seems awesome and add to the collection.
A good coffee table styled book to add to your collection indeed
That sounds like such a great New York travel guide for kids. I know mine are all keen to go which would probably encourage them to have a read of the book so we’d know what they’d like to see!
Absolutely! Always good for kids to know where they are going in advance and what to expect
NYC can be a lot to explore, and it is good for kids to be able to browse through a travel guide. I like my kids to guide us where they would like to go, so this would be the perfect tool for them.
Absolutely! A great way to get kids to help plan the holiday and be more involved in the trip
A Kid’s Guide to New York City looks like an awesome travel guide to have at home. Thank you so much for the recommendation.
You are so welcome Hari
I love this idea of involving kids in places before travelling. I can’t wait to explore the world with our little one when she gets older x
How wonderful and I bet she would love it
I grew up in New York State – to me this is such a silly and fun book! I love the idea of explaining iconic New York things.
How wonderful to hear that and that the book relates to you and reminds you of growing up in New York
This is an awesome b book for any kid and/or adult to have in their reading collection. I have to grab a copy! Looks awesome!
Hope you do as it is a fabulous book for kids