Introduce your kids to NYC! The history of the land, New Amsterdam, the Lenape tribe, the Harlem Renaissance, Ellis Island, and more For kids in grade 3-6 to learn about the history of the city, from how it got its nickname “The City that Never Sleeps” to the Twin Tower Memorial Photos of New York City, including both historical photographs and current pictures of the boroughs Maps of the city, a timeline of events spanning from the 1600s to today, chapter notes, and further reading recommendations Perfect gift for kids who are from New York City, going to travel to NYC, or just curious about this amazing metropolis Sturdy hardcover binding can stand up to countless reads as kids learn all about New York City Inside this narrative non-fiction book for kids, children ages 8 and up will discover the history of The Big Apple, Gotham, The City So Nice They Named It Twice: New York, New York! Young readers will learn the history of the land that is now New York City, starting with the Lenape Native American tribe and the immigrants from the Netherlands who settled there and called it New Amsterdam. Learn about the fur wars, the Harlem Renaissance, the great building boom of high rises and skyscrapers, the Twin Towers Memorial, how NYC got the name “The City that Never Sleeps”, and more. Explore the many interesting sights to see when visiting the Big Apple like The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Central Park, and the Empire State Building! Inside these pages, kids will discover why New York City stands as a sprawling testament to ambition, diversity, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. The city’s historic roots run deep and rich, from the Dutch settlers who founded New Amsterdam to the immigrants who passed through Ellis Island seeking a better life, NYC is a tapestry of diverse neighborhoods. Learn about things to do when you travel to New York City, from the theaters of Broadway, the fresh air of Central Park, and the many museums, to the unique enclaves of Chinatown, Little Italy, and Harlem! This children’s history book also features maps of the land and city, information from all five boroughs — Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens — both historical photos and current pictures of New York City, a chronology of events from the 1600s to now, suggested reading for further research, and a helpful glossary and index. Kids will be fascinated while learning all about the city affectionately known as The Capital of the World, with We Built This City: New York City!