The Secret Subway
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Published on Mar 8, 2016 | 40 Pages
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Grades Preschool – 3
Ages 4–8
From an acclaimed author and a New York Times Best Illustrated artist comes the fascinating, little-known—and true!—story of New York City’s first subway.
New York City in the 1860s was a mess: crowded, disgusting, filled with garbage. You see, way back in 1860, there were no subways, just cobblestone streets. That is, until Alfred Ely Beach had the idea for a fan-powered train that would travel underground. On February 26, 1870, after fifty-eight days of drilling and painting and plastering, Beach unveiled his masterpiece—and throngs of visitors took turns swooshing down the track.
The Secret Subway will wow readers, just as Beach’s underground train wowed riders over a century ago.
A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids, 2016
"The incredibly inventive multimedia illustrations match the text perfectly and add detail, dimension, and pizazz… Absolutely wonderful in every way.” —Kirkus Reviews starred review
"Corey’s absorbing story of New York City’s ill-fated first subway provides an ideal venue for the sculptural artistry of Chris Sickels, aka Red Nose Studio." —Publishers Weekly starred review
"Corey’s narration brings plenty of sparkle to a story built on stealth and shadows...[with] Red Nose Studio’s visual pizzazz lure[ing readers] through the turnstile." —Bulletin starred review
ISBN 9780307974570 (Ebook)
Published on Mar 8, 2016
Published by Anne Schwartz Books
Pages 40
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD810L | Fountas/Pinnell: P
ISBN 9780375870712 (Hardcover)
Published on Mar 8, 2016
Published by Anne Schwartz Books
Pages 40
Dimensions 10 x 10
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD810L | Fountas/Pinnell: P
