Introduce your kids to Boston! The history of the land , the Algonquin tribe, the Boston marathon, the architecture, and more - For kids in grade 3-6 to learn about the history of the city, from the role it played in the Revolutionary War to the "Big Dig" - Photos of Boston , including both historical photographs and current pictures of the city - Maps of the city , a timeline of events spanning 1614 to today, and further reading recommendations - Perfect gift for kids who are from Boston, going to travel to Boston, or just curious about this amazing city Inside this narrative non-fiction book for kids, children ages 8 and up will discover the history of The Cradle of Liberty, The Hub, The Athens of America: Boston, Massachusetts! Young readers will learn the history of Boston, its influential people, and the origins of its famous landmarks. Learn about the Algonquin tribe who lived on the land before the city of Boston was settled, the role Boston played in the Revolutionary War and the fight for independence, the history of the Boston Marathon, building Fenway Park, the "Big Dig" reconstruction of the road system, catastrophes that have happened within the city, its timeless architecture and arts, and more. Kids will discover why Boston is a center for education and innovation, a modern city filled with living history, and a home for millions of varied and close-knit communities representing cultural heritage from around the world. Learn about things to do when you travel to Boston, from exploring the John Hancock Tower and strolling through Boston Common to visiting the Granary Burial Ground where patriots like Paul Revere and Samuel Adams are buried! Tourists come to discover history at spots like the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum or via walking tours like the Black Heritage Trail. They explore the vast cultural landscape of the city through the many museums, heritage festivals, and parades in the city. This children's history book also features maps of the land and city, both historical photos and current pictures of Boston, a chronology of events from 1614 to the present day, suggested reading for further research, and a helpful glossary and index. Kids will be fascinated while learning all about the city affectionately known as Beantown, with We Built This City: Boston ! Get to Know BOSTON! Boston, Massachusetts is a city that embraces its past while planning its future. As the cradle of the Revolutionary War, it is filled with plaques, monuments, and buildings that celebrate the country's founding fathers and the patriots who followed them. Education and American literature are also rooted in Boston with Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology along with authors such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorn, Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Learn how Boston hangs on to its precious traditions while changing with the march of time. INSIDE YOU'LL FIND INFORMATION ABOUT The John Hancock Tower - The Big Dig - Fenway Park - Boston Common - Paul Revere Tamra B. Orr is a full-time author. She has written more than 500 educational books for readers of all ages. A graduate of Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, Orr is a mother of four, an avid letter writer, and a travel enthusiast! She loves to hop in the car for long road trips, and heading east to Boston was one of her favorite adventures.