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Wander New York: Fitz in the City (A Wander Often Wonder Always Book Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Reese Traves (Author), Jon Traves (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition

4.8 24 ratings

Book 1 of 1: A Wander Often Wonder Always Book

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Come explore New York City with Fitz the Fox as he visits the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Central Park, and more NYC landmarks!Will he be able to see the penguin feeding? It’s so soon! Ride along with Fitz as he cleverly figures out a solution to a subway snafu, and experience the delight found at each and every turn and the fun it is to wander, wonder and learn!This whimsical story of New York City is told in rhyming verse to entertain even the smallest explorers.

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Praise for Wander New York: Fitz in the City:
This series opener offers a welcoming look at New York...charming, creative illustrations...an entertaining, educational introduction to New York for readers of all ages. -Kirkus Reviews

Whimsically illustrated, engaging, and information-packed debut book...this charming picture book allows readers to experience New York City vicariously as they join Fitz on a trip that is both fun and educational. Great for fans of Richard Scarry's What Do People Do All Day?, Salvatore Rubbino's A Walk in New York. -Booklife

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B089F2HH5H
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Good Avenue Books (August 10, 2020)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 10, 2020
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 23574 KB
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Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 36 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #2,231,448 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #283 in Children's Nonfiction Where We Live
- #354 in Children's Books on City Life
- #577 in Children's Travel Books (Kindle Store)

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Reese Traves
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Reese Traves writes books for kids. She loves thinking up stories and fun characters and then writing things for those characters to say in the stories. WANDER NEW YORK: FITZ IN THE CITY is her debut picture book.
She is also the co-founder of Hello Small World, a greeting card & illustration studio creating cheer-inducing greeting cards, art prints, calendars & more since 2011.
Reese loves bright colors, coffee (she’s done growing so it’s okay — she also does not know if this is a fact or myth), coding, and of course wandering in new places. She lives in Texas with Fitz and Fitz’s illustrator, Jon, who happens to be her husband.
Visit her website at www.reesetraves.com and follow Reese on Twitter @reesetraves.
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Jon Traves
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Jon Traves is an illustrator who draws an imaginary world of jaunty animals in a studio amongst the trees. He runs Hello Small World, a greeting card & illustration studio, with his frequent collaborator and wife.
WANDER NEW YORK: FITZ IN THE CITY is his first picture book.
Jon’s a big fan of sketching on sticky notes, collecting vinyl records, playing old school board games, and taking way too many photos. He lives in Texas with his wife, Reese (author of Fitz).
Visit Jon’s website at www.jontraves.com and follow him on Twitter @jon_traves.
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S. J. Main

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Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020

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Wander New York is a Children picture book written about Fitz, a little fox who travels to New York for the first time. As he walks and explores the City that never sleeps, he finds himself in a kafuffle walking the subway.

I enjoyed Fitz’s joyfulness of exploration. It was nice to see him learn new things. He visits the Statue of Liberty, the public Library, the terminal, and so much more.
The literature was easy to read, and the words were chosen wisely. The work is a perfect gift for anyone who wishes to offer a fun and educational book to a child.

I particularly enjoyed Fitz’s personality and courage. The illustrations really stood out for me. The contract of the colors and the combination of the images placed together was really attractive. I recommend this book to parents who are looking to read something fun for their children. This is a very suitable and enjoyable children’s book.

Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2020

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I love the premise of this series. "Wander Often Wander Always" is the motto of Fitz the Fox. In this story he is visiting NYC for Ty the first time. As the story moves along we see some of the highlights of The Big Apple. Secondary to the story, there are lots of facts about the various sites.

I can see this series used by families to prepare their youngsters for their next family vacation.

--I received this Kindle book in a giveaway sponsored by Goodreads. I am in no way obligated to provide a positive review.--

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Jessica Rasor

Such a fun book to read for kids and adults!

Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2020

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I bought this book for my 4 year old daughter and she absolutely LOVES it. While reading the book she asked a TON of question which is was a lot of fun. Now she desperately wants to wander New York. I loved all the facts about NYC throughout the book it made it that much more interesting. Cant wait for their next adventure.

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Tawnya

Fun and interesting for all ages!

Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2020

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Purchased to read to and with young nieces and nephews. They loved the story and characters but really really enjoyed the illustrations. We have read it several times and always find more interesting and fun things. Looking forward to the next Wander Often books.

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Whitney

Very Cute and Fun book to read!!!

Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2020

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My niece absolutely LOVED this book. The story was so cute and I really enjoyed all the fun facts about New York. We can’t wait for another adventure with Fitz!!!

Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2020

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This book was such a delightful read! The rhyming verse and whimsical illustrations were so much fun! Can't wait for Fitz the Fox's next adventure!

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Lisa Wroble

A fun (and informative) adventure with an adorable little fox!

Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020

NOTE: this review is based on an electronic Advanced Review Copy

This delightfully fun debut by author-illustrator/wife-husband duo promotes curiosity and embraces a sense of adventure. Fitz is an adorable little fox on his first trip ever with his mom. Their New York City adventure begins with a ride in a yellow taxi and takes them to landmarks throughout the city: “I want to wander everywhere— / there is so much to see, / and it all starts in Manhattan / in this yellow taxi.” Rhyming text moves the reader from place to place as Fitz explores the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, the New York Public Library, plus Grand Central Station, museums, restaurants, the zoo, and Greenwich Village. As with any trip, plans can hit a blockade, but Fitz finds a way around it. And, when he and his mom take the subway, they face a new glitch to their plans—but they find a positive in this part of their adventure too.

Each spread is beautifully illustrated with charming details readers will love to explore in subsequent readings of the story. I especially like the clever use of animals—badgers, raccoons, porcupines, bears, rabbits—to represent the creativity and multiculturalism of NYC. My favorites are the subway spread (and Fitz’s reaction to the other riders) and story time at the library. Each spread also includes several facts and history about the location or landmark, adding depth (and educational value) to Fitz’s travels. For example, “NYC is made up of five boroughs: Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island and the Bronx” in the opening spread and later, “Times Square is the center of the Theatre District, a.k.a Broadway, a.k.a. the ‘Great White Way’.”

Little foxes will enjoy reading and exploring with Fitz again and again. (And big foxes won’t mind the repeated readings.) I’m looking forward to more adventures with Fitz! Where will he travel next?

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Shasta

❤️ Wander Often ❤️ Wonder Always ❤️

Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020

This book made my ❤️ happy. As soon as I jumped in the yellow taxi with Fitz and his mom, I was captivated by all of the vibrant pictures, fun-filled facts and tourists sites I've always wanted to see. Fitz also showed me the local life, with people playing a guitars and homemade bongo drums in the subway train, painting portraits on the sidewalks, picnicking in Central Park. I've worked with kids for more than thirty years in schools, church and a family of my own. The rythym of this book will engage young readers, and yourself, if you travel along. It's a picturesque journey worth taking your eyes off your screen.

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