Parks for the people : how Frederick Law Olmsted designed America / by Elizabeth Partridge ; art by Becca Stadtlander.
| Author/creator | Partridge, Elizabeth author. |
| Other author | Stadtlander, Becca, illustrator. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | New York : Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, 2022. |
| Copyright Date | ©2022 |
| Description | 40 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Subjects |
| Portion of title | How Frederick Law Olmsted designed America |
| Abstract | "Frederick Law Olmsted longed to make the United States a better, more peaceful place for all, but he didn't know how. In a new country plagued by bitter political divisions, inequality, and greed, how could one person make a difference? Then Fred found his answer: he could build public parks. After winning a contest to design Central Park in the heart of New York City, Fred went on to create visionary designs all across America, including Prospect Park in Boston, Yosemite National Park in California, and even the Capitol Grounds in Washington, DC, where democracy thrives to this day. Fred never stopped working toward his goal of creating common ground for everyone in America. Fred's parks were -- and still are -- designed for all" -- Inside jacket. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (page 40). |
| Interest age level | Ages 4-8 |
| Interest grade level | Grades 2-4 |
| Study program note | Accelerated Reader AR |
| Genre/form | Biographies. |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| Genre/form | Biographies. |
| Genre/form | Picture books. |
| LCCN | 2022286338 |
| ISBN | 9781984835154 (hardcover) |
| ISBN | 1984835157 (hardcover) |
| Standard identifier# | 0028336443 |
| Stock number | Penguin Group USA, Order Processing Dept 120 Woodbine st, Bergenfield, NJ, USA, 07621 SAN 201-3975 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Biographies | B OL5P | ✔ Available | Place Hold |