American Cities

Did you know that Las Vegas is home to the world's largest Ferris wheel? It is called the High Roller. Find out more about this fascinating city in Las Vegas, part of the American Cities series.

Did you know that Nashville is sometimes called "Music City"? This is because it is the home of country music. Find out more about this fascinating city in Nashville, part of the American Cities series.

Did you know that Philadelphia is sometimes called the birthplace of America? This is because the Declaration of Independence was signed there in 1776. Find out more about this fascinating city in Philadelphia, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Did you know that Phoenix's nickname is "Valley of the Sun"? The city was built in a valley and is known for its sunny days. Find out more about this fascinating city in Phoenix, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Did you know that San Antonio was built on top of the Edwards Aquifer? The city gets much of its water from this source. Find out more about this fascinating city in San Antonio, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Did you know that Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city? It is the only city in the state with more than 100,000 people living in it. Find out more about this fascinating city in Honolulu, part of the “American Cities” series.

Did you know that Boston is home to America's first public park? The country's first public school was also built in Boston. Find out more about this fascinating city in Boston, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Did you know that Seattle is sometimes called the "Emerald City"? Seattle's many forests and parks make the city look green year-round. Find out more about this fascinating city in Seattle, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Did you know that Charleston is sometimes called "The Holy City"? This is because it has many churches. Find out more about this fascinating city in Charleston, part of the American Cities series.

Did you know that Miami is the only major city in the United States to have two national parks as borders? Everglades National Park borders the city to the west. Biscayne National Park lies to the southeast. Find out more about this fascinating city in Miami, part of the American Cities series. American Cities takes young readers on a tour of our capitals and major centers. Each book explores the geography, history, and people that give the featured city its distinctive flair. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

Did you know that Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas? Only Houston and San Antonio are larger. Find out more about this fascinating city in Dallas, part of the American Cities series.

Did you know that New Orleans is sometimes called "The Big Easy"? This is because of its relaxed, easy pace. Find out more about this fascinating city in New Orleans, part of the American Cities series.