Book Series · 2 Books

Big City Adventures Books

In order from Nelly Takes New York to Poppy Takes Paris.

Nelly Takes New York
Poppy Takes Paris
Nelly Takes New York
Nelly Takes New York
Poppy Takes Paris
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Nelly Takes New York
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$1799
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Nelly Takes New York

By Allison Pataki, Marya Myers, Kristi Valiant (Illustrator)

Is there a giant apple hidden in New York? Nelly and her dog search to find out.

48 pages
Hardcover
Summary: Nelly, a curious New Yorker, embarks on a whimsical quest with her dog, Bagel, to uncover the mystery of why her bustling city is called the Big Apple. As they navigate the vibrant streets, filled with the sounds and smells of urban life, they wonder if a giant apple is truly hidden somewhere. Join Nelly on her playful adventure through the city she thought she knew, and discover if the Big Apple holds more secrets than meets the eye. Could the answer be hiding in plain sight?
The complete set

Big City Adventures Series

2 books · Published 2019–2020

Series
Sale price
$1799

Nelly Takes New York

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Is there a giant apple hidden in New York? Nelly and her dog search to find out.

Poppy Takes Paris

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

A child and her dog seek the brightest light in Paris.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Big City Adventures series?

There are 2 books in the Big City Adventures series. It began with Nelly Takes New York in 2019, and the newest book, Poppy Takes Paris, was published in 2020.

What ages are the Big City Adventures books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Big City Adventures to life.

01

Allison Pataki

Author
02

Marya Myers

Author
03

Kristi Valiant

Illustrator

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