| Golden Gate Park, an A to Z Adventure Contributor(s): Lindsey, Marta (Author), Wertz, Michael (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1513263013 ISBN-13: 9781513263014 Publisher: West Margin Press
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: May 2020 |
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Symbols, Monuments, National Parks, Etc. - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - United States - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - State & Local |
| Dewey: 979.461 |
| LCCN: 2019046691 |
| Age Level: 6-8 |
| Grade Level: 1-3 |
| Lexile Measure: 1030 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 10.1" W x 10.2" L (0.90 lbs) 32 pages |
| Features: Illustrated, Price on Product |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Explore California's most visited city park in this A-to-Z adventure! A 2020 Eureka! Honor Award Winner This book will be an instant classic and resonate with anyone who has ever fallen in love with Golden Gate Park. It is truly gorgeous and really captures the uniqueness of the park. Did you know that a famous grizzly bear once lived in Golden Gate Park? Or that in 1921, 25 bison escaped their enclosure at night and roamed the streets of the nearby Richmond district? You couldn't make this stuff up. Written by a GGMG mom of two, this A to Z book will make your family look at GGP with new eyes and will probably inspire you to explore new spots. Fairy doors, anyone. I was quite surprised by how much I enjoyed this little picture book. Reading all these fun facts made me pretty curious about the place and I hope I get to visit it for real one day! I recommend this book for kids ages six and up! To celebrate Golden Gate Park's 150th anniversary, the San Francisco Parks Alliance and West Margin Press have collaborated to publish this colorful, alphabetical introduction. . . For San Franciscans, and those planning a visit, especially with children, this book suggests a number of intriguing explorations. Especially useful in the region, but also where there's a general interest in geography and destinations. From A for Artist Ruth Asawa's hanging wire creations in the de Young Museum, to Z for the Zebra on the carousel in the Koret Children's Quarter, this book leads you around San Francisco's famous Golden Gate Park to reveal a range of fun and surprising facts for tourists and locals alike. Step into art, science, nature, and culture by visiting the park's major attractions, like the serene Japanese Tea Garden; discovering secret destinations, like the magical fairy doors hidden in trees; or just relaxing on the green meadows where the bison roam. Included also at the back of the book is a colorfully illustrated map with extra trivia and details on the park's favorite sights. The board book version of this is available as ABCs of Golden Gate Park. |
Contributor Bio(s): Lindsey, Marta: - Marta Lindsey is a children's book author, educator, and communications consultant to nonprofit organizations, with a background in environmental and urban issues. She also volunteers at Point Reyes National Seashore as part of the winter wildlife program and is passionate about nature and wildlife conservation. Originally from Minnesota, Marta now lives in San Francisco, California, just one block from Golden Gate Park, which she visits nearly every day.Wertz, Michael: - Michael Wertz is an award-winning illustrator, printmaker, and educator based in Oakland. Known for his playful and vivid imagery, he has collaborated with the de Young Musem, Oakland Museum, New York Times, Oaklandish, and more. His work can be found throughout the city--from the 60-foot mural at Oakland Animal Services to the Oakland Public Library's Fairyland-themed library card. |
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