Only in New York: Weird and Wonderful Facts About The Empire State

The next in this state-by-state strand of the best-selling 50 States series, Only in New York explores the most amazing sites, cities, history, and natural landscapes of the Empire State.

From the roar of Niagara Falls to the tip of Lady Liberty's torch, explore the length and breadth of New York with the help of little-known facts and colorful art. A state map, timelines, and spotlight spreads shine a light on the best and most surprising sites, histories, places, people, culture, and food this state has to offer.

Locations include: New York City, Long Island, Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Catskills and Adirondacks, Syracuse, the Finger Lakes, and many more.

Discover fun-filled festivals, storied monuments, famous New Yorkers, and even inventions you never knew came from the state. It's all here in Only in New York, so start spreadin' the news!

Each book in the state-by-state subseries covers the following areas:

1. Weird and wacky stats and facts
2. Historical timeline
3. Local sports
4. Museums, amusement parks, and cultural events
5. Food and drink
6. Animals and plants
7. Inventions
8. Fun festivals
9. Changemakers and superstars
10. Quiz questions

The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life.