Review by Booklist Review
Arlo the globe-trotting armadillo is on the road again, and this time he is headed to New York City. Guided by his grandfather's travel journal, Arlo takes in the many sights, sounds, and flavors of the Big Apple, but all of his sightseeing is a prelude to his long-awaited introduction to Lady Liberty. Utterly charming illustrations are softly rendered in graphite and oils that place this perky little traveler in iconic New York locales. He can be seen with the lions guarding the public library, peering down the spiral ramp of the Guggenheim, snacking on street food, and watching a baseball game at Yankee Stadium. These are just a few of Arlo's stops before finally boarding the ferry to Liberty Island, and each is accompanied by a few lines of narrative text and an excerpt from Grandfather Augustin's journal, which offers a fact or two about the featured site. Endearing and informative, this whimsical travelogue offers readers an inventive way to go touring.--Smith, Julia Copyright 2016 Booklist
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Review by School Library Journal Review
K-Gr 3-Arlo the armadillo is back, and this time, his wanderlust leads to New York City. Born in Brazil, Arlo has inherited his grandfather Augustin's love of travel-as well as his favorite travel journals. In this sequel to An Armadillo in Paris, the little tourist follows his ancestor's guide in search of Lady Liberty. Beginning at the Top of the Rock, he heads to Grand Central, the 42nd Street library, Broadway, the Guggenheim Museum, Central Park, Lincoln Center, Yankee Stadium, the Brooklyn Bridge, and, finally, Liberty Island. Along the way, he explores the city's diverse neighborhoods and samples treats from the local food vendors. Each spread features an illustration of the little armored creature enjoying a sight, along with a note from his grandpa and an additional short narrative. Every location cleverly references the mysterious Lady Liberty in some way, sparking both Arlo's curiosity and imagination. When he finally arrives, "Arlo looks up in wonder, dazzled by her towering height and beautiful aqua dress." An endnote provides more information about the statue. The illustrations, rendered in oil and graphite, accurately capture the city's unique attractions with a sense of whimsy and delight. VERDICT Readers will vicariously experience all the city has to offer while eagerly anticipating Arlo's next trip. A lovely addition for most collections.-Barbara Auerbach, New York City Public Schools c Copyright 2016. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Horn Book Review
As in An Armadillo in Paris, Brazilian armadillo Arlo reads from the travel journals of his grandfather, but this time, the entries rhapsodize about NYC and guide Arlo while he's actually visiting the city. Again, the plotless narrative has a travel brochurelike quality. Better enticement for seeing the Big Apple? This book's refined oil and graphite illustrations of iconic landmarks and scenery. (c) Copyright 2016. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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