Books Like My New York
Families who loved My New York by Kathy Jakobsen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved My New York by Kathy Jakobsen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is facing a major transition like moving to a new city, or when they are preparing for their first big travel adventure. It is an ideal choice for calming the anxieties of the 'unknown' by replacing them with a sense of pride and hospitality. Through a series of letters to a friend, a young girl showcases her home in New York City with infectious enthusiasm and deep local knowledge. The book functions as both a warm narrative about friendship and a detailed geographical guide. Using intricate folk-art illustrations and interactive fold-out pages, it highlights the joy of sharing one's world with others. It is perfect for children aged 4 to 9 who are curious about how people live in different places and serves as a wonderful tool for building excitement about urban exploration and architectural history.
