Weird But True! New York City

Written by National Geographic Kids

Part of the Weird But True series

Discover 300 bizarre facts about NYC, from sharks to subway goats.

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208 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into New York City's quirkiest secrets with 300 astonishing facts. From sharks off the coast to goats on the subway, explore the unexpected wonders of the Big Apple. Whether you're a local or a curious traveler, uncover the city's hidden stories, like the real Sesame Street and Winnie the Pooh's inspiration. This book promises a wild ride through NYC's past and present, revealing the city's most peculiar and delightful surprises. Perfect for trivia lovers and adventure seekers alike, it's a journey through the city that never sleeps, where every corner holds a new surprise.

From the publisher

Think you know the Big Apple? Think again! Did you know that 25 species of shark swim off NYC’s coastline? Or that astronauts can see the lights of Times Square from space? And get this: In New York, Sesame Street is a real place AND there’s a library where you can visit the actual stuffed animals that inspired the characters in Winnie the Pooh! Explore 300 wacky facts and pictures from the five boroughs. You’ll get a look at the city’s storied past, learn about weird stuff in New York today, and even meet a couple of goats that held up traffic on the subway. The city that never sleeps truly has something for everyone–from giant pillow fights to epic Broadway musicals to pizza-loving rats. Whether you’re an NYC native, an adventure-loving tourist, an armchair traveler, or a trivia buff, this fact-packed, fun-filled book is for you!Complete your collection with other Weird But True! fan-favorites: Weird But True! Animals; Weird But True! USA; Weird But True! Dinosaurs; Ye Olde Weird But True; Weird But True! Gross; and more! For more quirky facts and interactive fun, check out The Nat Geo Kids Challenge on Amazon Alexa for over one hundred rounds of “Weird but True …or False!” Available now through Amazon Kids+ subscriptions.

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