Arcadia Public Library

Contains eleven picture puzzles about city life. Includes facts about cities and the people who live and work in them.

A history of the development of cities and towns as they reflect the parallel development of civilization.

Introduces the world's most fascinating, fast-paced cities and how they grow and function, including suburbs, shanty towns, and high-rise business districts.

Profiles the systems that work together to keep urban areas running safely, discussing how cities have evolved since the first riverside settlements while outlining projects that explain facts about transportation, water systems, and architecture.

"Vibrant illustrations accompany information about the history of London. The narrative nonfiction text is intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- Provided by publisher.

"Vibrant illustrations accompany information about the history of Chicago. The narrative nonfiction text is intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- Provided by publisher.

"If you could design a city that would be both a great place to live and good for the planet, what would it look like? Today, more than half the world's population lives in cities and many of those cities face big challenges, including the climate crisis, food insecurity and rapid population growth, but they are also places where innovation can thrive. Peek into the past to see how cities have changed through time and explore what could make them...

Millions of people live in cities around the world, but have you ever wondered how cities work? All those people need clean water to drink, a safe place to live, and a way to get all around the city! How do you take care of all those people's needs? Your city has a plan for that. Read and find out all about the systems a city has to help keep everyone safe, healthy, and happy.

Profiles vehicles found in the city, including a bucket truck, a tower crane, and an airplane.