Author : Susan Charkes
Publisher : AMC Outdoors with Kids
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,88 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781934028742
This easy-to-use guide features 100 destinations for families (with children from infants to age 12) to explore in the Philadelphia area and beyond (mostly close-to-home, some up to 2 hours drive). The regionally focused book also contains a section of tips and information about how to get started, including activities that can be done outside at home or in the neighborhood, packing and safety tips, and clothing and gear information.
Author : Adam Gamble
Publisher : Good Night Books
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 17,86 MB
Release : 2011-11-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1602199302
Welcome to the City of Brotherly Love. This charming board book captures the true spirit of Philadelphia in a tour that includes the Liberty Bell, Museum of Art, The Thinker statue, Philadelphia Zoo, William Penn Statue, Reading Terminal, Betsey Ross House, National Constitution Center, United States Mint, Fairmont Park, Independence Seaport Museum, Academy of Natural Sciences, and more.
Author : Robert W. Sands Jr.
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 24,49 MB
Release : 2012
Category : History
ISBN : 0738592439
Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, two of America's most revered symbols of freedom, date back to the British rule of the American colonies. The main structure of Independence Hall was completed in 1732, and the final casting of the Liberty Bell was completed in 1753. Visited by over two million people yearly, these historic icons have been used as backdrops for many political and social demonstrations and speeches. Filled with images from the archives of Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia Department of Records, and collections from around the country, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell illustrates how these two historic relics generate a sense of pride and patriotism set forth by the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
Author : Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 32,55 MB
Release : 2018-04-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1534400605
Selected as a Best Book of 2018 by NPR, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, and Shelf Awareness! A young Muslim girl spends a busy day wrapped up in her mother’s colorful headscarf in this sweet and fanciful picture book from debut author and illustrator Jamilah Tompkins-Bigelow and Ebony Glenn. A khimar is a flowing scarf that my mommy wears. Before she walks out the door each day, she wraps one around her head. A young girl plays dress up with her mother’s headscarves, feeling her mother’s love with every one she tries on. Charming and vibrant illustrations showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl’s life.
Author : Madeline Bell
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 37,47 MB
Release : 2015-07-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1439652201
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia started thanks to a heroic doctor's inspiration, was the first of its kind and still impacts children's lives today. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia opened its doors in 1855 amidst a turbulent time in the city. Dr. Francis West Lewis, a prominent Philadelphia physician, was deeply disturbed by the appallingly high mortality rate among infants and children in his city, a result of the poor sanitary conditions in the urban slums that arose in great numbers during the Industrial Revolution. After visiting London for the opening of Great Ormond Street Hospital, Dr. Lewis was inspired to open the first children's hospital in the United States in Philadelphia and advertised in the Public Ledger, "Reception of children suffering from acute diseases and accidents will be received free of charge." The Children's Hospital continued to prosper and lead the advancement of children's health by creating many of the nation's first pediatric training programs and leading in the discovery of vaccines, lifesaving medical equipment, and pioneering treatments. Today, the hospital enjoys international recognition and continues to contribute to the advancement of children's health through a three-part mission of patient care, education, and research.
Author : Julia Denos
Publisher :
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 21,48 MB
Release : 2021-02
Category :
ISBN : 9781406390858
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Author : Harry Kyriakodis
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 29,29 MB
Release : 2014-07-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1439646015
The Benjamin Franklin Parkway has sliced through the Logan Square neighborhood of Center City (downtown) Philadelphia since World War I. Named after Philadelphia's favorite son, the mile-long boulevard begins at city hall and heads diagonally towards Logan Circle before reaching the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The postcards and other images in this work show the parkway's development and its role in Philadelphia's civic and cultural life. Despite often serving as a speedway into and out of town, the Ben Franklin Parkway is a triumph in urban planning that has become a treasured part of the City of Brotherly Love.
Author : Katharine Martinez
Publisher : Temple University Press
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 15,98 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781566397919
In their day, from 1830 to 1930, the Sartain family of Philadelphia were widely admired as printmakers, painters, art administrators and educators. This collection of essays examines their achievements of three generations of Sartains, from John to his granddaughter Harriet.
Author : Susan Charkes
Publisher : AMC's Best Day Hikes
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 13,15 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781628420906
AMC's Best Day Hikes near Philadelphia will take you through 50 of the region's best hikes for all levels. Ideal for families, tourists, and locals alike, this easy-to-use guide will help you explore Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware year-round, from lesser-known excursions to area favorites, including several hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Take a walk through historic Valley Forge, discover the beautiful Brandywine Creek State Park, and see the Pinnacle's spectacular views on the Appalachian Trail. Fully revised and updated, this edition features new hikes in Wolf's Hollow Country Park, Stroud Preserve, Brendan Byrne State Forest, Rockhopper/Dry Run Creek Trails, Trexler Preserve, and Blue Marsh Lake. All descriptions of previously featured trails have been updated to reflect the most recent openings, closings, and reroutings, highlighting the best hikes within an hour or two of Philadelphia.
Author : Ruth Mckeaney
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 33,30 MB
Release : 2020-09-29
Category :
ISBN : 9780578734545
