A Parent's Guide to St. Louis (Parent's Guide Press Travel series) [Paperback]

Julie Douglas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2002 | Series: Parent's Guide Press Travel series

This guide introduces both residents and families on the road to well-known landmarks such as the Gateway Arch, and to the city's lesser-known delightful surprises, such as the mysterious Whispering Arch at Union Station.

From prehistoric mounds at Cahokia and high-tech toys at the Science Center to riverboat excursions and monster trucks, this resource offers excursions and sites that will please and entertain every member of the family. This guidebook points the way to kid-friendly museums, outdoor activities, eclectic music, fine art, and sports attractions. Also included are practical tips on getting around St. Louis, tracking down places to eat, and scheduling special events.

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About the Author

Julie Douglas is a former elementary school teacher and the author of California: Fun Facts and Games and The Internet. She publishes a newsletter for early education teachers. She lives in St. Louis, Missouri.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Mars Publishing, Inc. (September 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931199140
• ISBN-13: 978-1931199148
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,978,883 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Visit to St. Louis, October 2, 2002

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Suzanne R. Crossan (Murrayville, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Parent's Guide to St. Louis (Parent's Guide Press Travel series) (Paperback)

This book is for anyone who is living in or visiting the St. Louis area. It is like a guided tour without even being there. The book is very well organized, with loads of personal anecdotes that make the reader feel like he or she is visitng the area with someone. You really get a feel for the diversity and culture of the area. Information is clear, directions help with planning, and the reader will be prepared for all that St. Louis has to offer. To tell you the truth, the book is great fun even if you never visit St. Louis.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Gift for New Residents, September 10, 2003

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italiano sposa (St. Louis, MO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Parent's Guide to St. Louis (Parent's Guide Press Travel series) (Paperback)

I'm the Office Manager of our facility and it's my job to make sure our new employees receive a warm welcome. We recently had a manager and his wife move here from Wisconsin with their twin 12-year-old sons, and I thought it would be a nice gesture to give them a book about the area. I almost didn't buy this particular book, because it only had one previous review; but it seemed interesting, so I thought, "Why Not" and went ahead with the purchase.

Several months later, after settling in to the neighborhood (and me forgetting about the book altogether!), the manager approached me to express how much him and his wife had enjoyed reading through the book. He said it was very interesting, packed full of information and extremely helpful for them as newcomers to the St. Louis area. I am pleased to hear how much the book was appreciated and I will definitely be adding it to my "Must Give" list of gifts.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book even for a former local, May 8, 2007

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This review is from: A Parent's Guide to St. Louis (Parent's Guide Press Travel series) (Paperback)

I bought this book because I was taking my son to St. Louis, a town I lived in for seven years. but I had no idea St. louis had so much to offer for kids (I didn't have children when I lived there). This book shows you thngs that are not just the zoo and museums. It also shows factories, historical places and kids friendly restraunts. And gives age recommendations so the whole family can enjoy the trip. I highly recommend this book if you are planning a trip with children of any age.