The Ultimate Book of Cities - by Anne-Sophie Baumann Hardcover

About the Book

"Where does the Express bus take you? How many swans are in the lake at the park? What replaces the shoe repair store? The Ultimate Book of Cities reveals the answers to these questions and much, much more in an oversized fact- and action-packed look at life in the big city! Featuring 59 flaps, pop-ups, pull tabs and movable parts, this all-you-need-to-know guide provides detailed information about what makes a city tick: from the different ways of getting around and what goes on in all the big buildings, to what traffic signs mean and who are all the people who keep the city in tip-top shape!"--

Book Synopsis

"Playful, detail-rich scenes give readers plenty to pore over." -- Publishers Weekly

Learn all about the people, places, and vehicles that make the city go: The express bus drives passengers to work, swans swim in the lake at the park... Best of all, lots of flaps, popups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels bring a vibrant city to life. Readers will learn what traffic signs mean, see all that goes on in big buildings, and visit a fire station. Any child who is interested in how cities work adore this extraordinary book.

- Supersized spreads feature marvelously detailed illustrations that just beg to be pored over again and again
- More than 55 interactive flaps, tabs, and more to keep kids engaged
- A captivating adventure that brings the city and the magic of books to life in young minds

"There's lots to see and do in this big city." -- Kirkus Reviews

Fans of How Things Work will also enjoy the stunning details and interactive fun of The Ultimate Book of Cities.
- Great family read-aloud book
- Books for kids ages 5-8
- Books for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school children

Review Quotes

"Playful, detail-rich scenes give readers plenty to pore over."--Publishers Weekly

"There's lots to see and do in this big city."-Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Anne-Sophie Baumann studied science and literature before becoming an editor and finally, an author. A keen investigator herself, she satisfying curious young minds. Her topics range from construction vehicles to wildlife and often feature moveable parts to help children understand the world around them.

Didier Balicevic studied at the Ecole des Arts Décoratifs in Strasbourg. He lives near Paris, where he works in publishing.