P Is for Philadelphia

Susan Korman is the author of over twenty books for young readers, including titles in the Smithsonian Institution Backyard series, Groundhog at Evergreen Road and Box Turtle at Silver Pond Lane; biographies of Sammy Sosa and Sir Walter Raleigh; and middle-grade fiction in series such as Magic Attic Club, Ghostwriter, Silver Blades, and others. Formerly a children's book editor, she currently works as a freelance writer and is studying to become a school librarian. She lives in Yardley, Pennsylvania, with her husband and three children.

• A is for AthleticsB is for Benjamin FranklinC is for Cheese SteaksD is for Delaware IndiansE is for Elfreth's AlleyF is for Fairmount ParkG is for GardensH is for HospitalsI is for Independence HallJ is for JusticeK is for Kimmel CenterL is for LeadersM is for MummersN is for NeighborhoodsO is for Outdoor FestivalsP is for PhiladelphiaQ is for QuakersR is for RiversS is for SculptureT is for TrainsU is for Underground RailroadV is for Valley ForgeW is for Washington SquareX is for XylophonesY is for YouthZ is for Zoo

"It's a fun read, and the illustrations grab your attention. The students put a lot of effort into these drawings, from the realistic depiction of the stones in Elfreth's Alley to the impressionistic view of the river as the Delaware Indians gathered there... This is collaboration at its best."-The Philadelphia Inquirer "In addition to the text being exclusively about our home, and having lots of pretty pictures, the book is special because "P is for Philadelphia" is illustrated by the children of Philadelphia."-Philadelphia Daily News "A creative and informative blend of text and art, this alphabet book celebrates much of what the city has to offer... The book is a grand tour of the city, its history, and its creative spirit... It could also serve as an inspiration for students to create similar books for any geographical area."-School Library Journal