Fodor's Around Washington, D.C. with Kids, 2nd Edition: 68 Great Things to Do Together (Around the City with Kids) [Paperback]

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Book Description

Series: Around the City with Kids | Publication Date: February 5, 2002

Each book focuses on 68 terrific ideas for family days, from museums and puppet theaters to skyscrapers and parks. Written by parents who live in the cities they cover, these books are smart about what kids like--and about what parents need. All the details for planning are included: addresses, phone numbers, admission prices, and age-appropriateness. "Hey, Kids!" info boxes provide fun facts and interesting trivia about the destination, and "Kid-Friendly Eats" features recommend three or four places to grab a bite to eat nearby. Fun to read and easy to use, these handy little guides make it easy to plan an enjoyable, hassle-free day with children in the world's most popular cities. They're perfect idea books for every city parent and grandparent, and indispensable aids for families on vacation.

Editorial Reviews

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Fodor's has put together some fun and cheerful travel guides for children of all ages for Washington, DC, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and New York City. Each book describes 68 exciting things to do in the city it covers, with excursions to skyscrapers, parks, swimming pools, museums, and puppet theaters. Each site includes a "Hey Kids!" section noting some interesting history or trivia about the place or neighborhood and a "Kid-Friendly Eats" section that discusses three or four nearby restaurants that children would enjoy. Each book also has practical information about the sites, including addresses, telephone numbers, admission prices, hours, and the proper age group. It even has games to play while getting to the sightseeing destinations. These publications are small, easy to carry, and full of whimsical illustrations and will make wonderful travel guides for touring families. Recommended for all public libraries.
Melinda Stivers Leach, Precision Editorial Svcs., Wondervu, CO
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Each book focuses on 68 terrific ideas for family days, from museums and puppet theaters to skyscrapers and parks. Written by parents who live in the cities they cover, these books are smart about what kids like--and about what parents need. All the details for planning are included: addresses, phone numbers, admission prices, and age-appropriateness. "Hey, Kids!" info boxes provide fun facts and interesting trivia about the destination, and "Kid-Friendly Eats" features recommend three or four places to grab a bite to eat nearby. Fun to read and easy to use, these handy little guides make it easy to plan an enjoyable, hassle-free day with children in the world's most popular cities. They're perfect idea books for every city parent and grandparent, and indispensable aids for families on vacation.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Fodor's; 2nd edition (February 5, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679009175
• ISBN-13: 978-0679009177
• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,802,572 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must get" book for moms and dads everywhere!, March 29, 2000

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This review is from: Fodor's Around Washington, D.C. with Kids, 1st Edition: 68 Great Things to Do Together (Around the City with Kids) (Paperback)

When I came across this book online, I felt I had hit the jackpot. Living in Southern MD. it is difficult to know where to go closer to DC with kids. This book opened my eyes to an array of different things to do with kids of all ages. I have a son who is 20 months and two step-children who are in their early teens. There is something in this book for all of them which will be helpful for me come summertime! I have even mentioned this book to my friends in NY. They would love to travel with their small children to DC but want to know beforehand how to prepare. This book gives much detail about age appropriateness and rules. Knowing where these places are located gives parents the chance to decide if they want to go. The restaurant info included in each section is also a plus for parents with kids of all ages! Kathryn McKay should be commended for her work on this book. She has opened up a new world for parents who may have thought that Washington Dc was just for adults!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Low-cost family fun!, July 14, 2000

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Elizabeth "vegie5" (Chevy Chase, MD USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fodor's Around Washington, D.C. with Kids, 1st Edition: 68 Great Things to Do Together (Around the City with Kids) (Paperback)

What a help in planning low-cost, fun outings for our family! DC offers such great opportunities, but sometimes it seems too hard to organize a day together. This book helps enormously, with age suggestions for each activity, parking/public transportation information, and tips about all important food and bathroom locations. A must-have to make the most of the wonderful resources in our Nation's Capital!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just the facts, kids!, April 22, 2004

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This review is from: Fodor's Around Washington, D.C. with Kids, 2nd Edition: 68 Great Things to Do Together (Around the City with Kids) (Paperback)

I was skeptical when I first saw this book. After all, it's pretty small. Yet on a recent family trip to DC, I used it more than the two others I bought. No hotel reviews, no Metro maps, this book simply tells you about 68 child-friendly spots to hit--one spot per page. I particularly liked the sidebars that clued you on places to eat near the attractions, like the inexpensive US Department of Agriculture cafeteria across the street from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and the fun facts. One omission, however, The International Spy Museum!