Wow! City!
By Robert Neubecker
The Story
A toddler named Izzy rides through the big city in her stroller with her dad, taking in tall buildings, bright lights, and crowds of people with pure wide-eyed wonder.
Why It's Special
For the kid who points at every truck, dog, and flashing sign and shouts about it — this is their excitement, printed on the page.
- Big idea: The world looks enormous and thrilling when you're seeing it for the very first time.
- Vibes: Loud, bright, breathless, joyful.
Perfect For Kids Who
- love pointing and naming things they see
- enjoy simple words that repeat and build
- respond well to bold, busy illustrations
- are working on early talking and new vocabulary
Ask Your Little Reader
- Real-life connection: What's the biggest, tallest thing you've ever seen on a walk or a ride?
- Imagination: If you rode through the city like Izzy, what would you want to say 'wow' about?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Izzy felt riding in her stroller with her dad?
- Story & problem-solving: What are some of the things Izzy sees on her ride through the city?
