I loved this book - my child did as well! The vivid colors were great! The facts were also interesting. It was a short and simple book but good all the same.

The rhyming is enjoyable and the artwork is excellently done that kids (and adults) are easily drawn in to read it. Also the explainer are so informative to help give you background on Central Park.

Central Park: Adventures Through the Seasons is a true treat. Cristina Ergunay’s gentle, poetic text pairs beautifully with Gareth Lucas’s stunning, detail-rich illustrations. It’s more a tag-along through the park than a story, sprinkled with charming bits of history. A lovely read for children and adults alike, perfect for discovering Central Park’s magic through every season.

Central Park is an incredibly lovely read! It's vibrant and beautiful, and bright! I adore the illustrations which look like a mix of many kinds of techniques. I lived in NY for a few years and was so delighted to see the Central Park zoo in these pages, along with the map at the end of the book which lists many of the sections of Central Park I miss very much.

Central Park is a stunning celebration of the beloved New York location. With vibrant, sharp edged illustrations, the illustrator brings the excitement of Central Park to life. The colors pop much like the views throughout will for children and excited tourists alike. This is a book that keeps giving because while it has a central rhyming story that can be quickly read through, there are also informative passages about each location throughout the read that can be used for learning more background on the subject. Each night a different page can be discussed and explored if a family wants to use this as a returning nighttime storybook. I will certainly be getting a copy or two for my public library.

This book is colorful, sweet, and highlights many of the best parts about Central Park. The rhymes are simple with a more detailed description of the landmarks for older readers if they’re interested. This would make a great gift!

In awe of this masterpiece! This book will make you fall in love with NYC’s playground. If you’ve never been to Central Park, this read will inspire a visit. If you have been, you will cherish appreciate your past visit and want to go back. The colors are vibrant and beautiful. The artwork is truly astonishing. Loved it!

The illustrations were so beautiful that it almost made me want to cry from missing New York so much. It fully captured how it felt to be in NYC and the rhymes were fun and lovely. I feel like this can be such a good bedside table book for kids. They can find new details in the illustrations every time they read it. And the cute little fun facts were also a nice touch.

A heartfelt thank you to Familius and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this delightful picture book in exchange for my honest review.

*Central Park: Adventures Through the Seasons* is an absolutely adorable book that takes young readers on a simple, joyful exploration of New York City's most famous park. The story follows children as they discover the many wonders Central Park has to offer, making it a perfect read for little adventurers.

The writing is clear and easy to read, making it accessible for young children to follow along or for parents to read aloud. What truly brings this book to life are the bright and colorful illustrations. They have a wonderful, stylized energy that makes each scene feel vibrant and magical, perfectly capturing the charm of the park.

I particularly loved the educational touches throughout. Several pages include additional information about iconic locations like the zoo, the skating rink, the fountain, and the beloved Alice in Wonderland sculpture. The book also beautifully highlights the many activities one can enjoy in the park, from walking a dog and watching butterflies to ice skating, sailing model boats, and simply enjoying nature.

I highly recommend *Central Park: Adventures Through the Seasons*. It's a perfect book for children who love visiting the park, and it will surely ignite the imagination of those who dream of going there someday.

Experience the beauty and magic of Central Park and all of its wonders through every season in this cute book! 🥰

Shoot, I could use this to find my way around Central Park if I ever go to New York someday! 😂 This was a fun read! I especially enjoyed the writing because I’m a sucker for rhymes. 😆 The illustrations were so colorful and detailed, and the facts included with each spot in Central Park were fun to read and helped me understand why the park is so cool and such an iconic place in America.

Overall, I totally recommend this book! ❤

Thank you to Familius and NetGalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review! All opinions and statements are my own.

Central Park by Cristina Ergunay is a beautiful, evocative book that perfectly captures the magic of the iconic New York City landmark. The vibrant illustrations by Gareth Lucas are joyful and exuberant, bringing the park's diverse landscapes to life.

This book is a delightful read for children and adults alike, offering an escape to the "oasis" of Central Park. It's a sweet, kid-friendly tour that highlights everything that makes the park special, from picnics to playgrounds and quiet paths. As a writer and librarian, Ergunay believes in the magic of sharing stories, and that belief shines through on every page.

It is truly a perfect five stars and a wonderful addition to any bookshelf.

This is a great introduction for kids to what can be found in Central Park through the different seasons, we have only visited in the summer but it definitely looks like a visit in the winter and at Christmas may well be needed! Central Park has been in Manhattan since 1858 when it’s construction first began and the book highlights the different types of architecture, art and wildlife and natural rocky habitats. The book has some lovely illustrations that are bright and charming and really do bring the book to life. There is a page at the back too which can allow children to look further in to Central Park itself or the Park’s architects, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. It is 5 stars from me for this one – it is a charming children’s book! Very highly recommended!

My four year old daughter loved this book. The artwork is beautiful and bright and kept her attention throughout the book. I like the combination of short sentences mixed with the Central Park facts. Would highly recommend.

This was such a lovely book and made my heart so incredibly happy. I was hit with a wave of nostalgia as I read this book. So many of the places mentioned in the book reminded me of my childhood in New York City. I had a blast reading this book to my son and pointing out all of my favorite places, including the ones I went to on field trips as a child.

The artwork is also beautiful. I love that there is a resources page at the back of the book with a brief history about the architects who helped design the park, as well as links to websites regarding the park.