Things to Do in Central Park
A guide for your child to all the fun things to do and sights to see in Central Park, New York
About this book
Things to Do in Central Park is an advanced readers book for children ages 7 to 11. A guide for your child to all the fun things to do and sights to see in Central Park, New York. This is a great companion for your tourist kid.
Book details
| Book type | Audio Book – Narrated in a natural human voice, without word highlighting. For children who already know how to read and do not need to track each word. |
|---|---|
| Author | Meagan J. Meehan |
| Ages | 9 to 11 years, also 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 5 |
| Reading level | Level 4, Advanced Readers |
| Length | 20 pages, 1825 words, 17 minutes |
| Categories | Travel |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Listen with a natural human voice, no word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Things to Do in Central Park with your child
Things to Do in Central Park opens up Travel for young readers. The facts are short and clear, and the pictures help the ideas land. Read a page together, then ask your child what surprised them. Talking about what you read is how new knowledge sticks. It is a good book for curious children who like to ask questions and find out how things work.
Talk about it together
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Things to Do in Central Park?
- What did you learn about Travel?
Inside the book
In Things to Do in Central Park, readers find Travel. A guide for your child to all the fun things to do and sights to see in Central Park, New York. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Travel and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “No of Pages: 20 Categories: Travel Recommended Ages: 9 to 11 years Additional Ages: 7 to 9 years”
Words to learn in this book
- commissioned: Give an order for or authorize the production of (something such as a building, piece of equipment, or work of art).
- Shakespearian: Of or relating to William Shakespeare or his works; "Shakespearean plays." William Shakespeare was an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language.
- unveiled: Remove a veil or covering from, especially uncover (a new monument or work of art) as part of a public ceremony.
- ode: A lyric poem in the form of an address to a particular subject, often elevated in style or manner and written in varied or irregular meter.
- etched: Engrave (metal, glass, or stone) by coating it with a protective layer, drawing on it with a needle, and then covering it with acid to attack the parts the needle has exposed, especially in order to produce prints from it.
- menagerie: A collection of wild animals kept in captivity for exhibition.
- tranquil: Free from disturbance; calm.
- encompasses: Surround and have or hold within.
- elaborately: Involving many carefully arranged parts or details; detailed and complicated in design and planning.
- ornate: Made in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.
- hieroglyphs: A stylized picture of an object representing a word, syllable, or sound, as found in ancient Egyptian and other writing systems.
- philanthropist: A person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.
- bocce: An Italian game similar to lawn bowling but played on a shorter, narrower green.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 5 and Level 4 (Advanced Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is an audio book, so a natural human voice tells the story. There is no word highlighting.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, Match the Following activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
20 pages, 1825 words, 17 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the Match the Following activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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