"Parks for the People: How Frederick Law Olmsted Designed America" by Becca Stadtlander is a compelling exploration of the life and legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture. The book delves into Olmsted's vision for public parks as essential spaces for community health, democracy, and connection to nature. Through beautifully illustrated pages, readers are taken on a journey through Olmsted's most iconic works, including New York's Central Park, revealing how his design philosophy transformed urban landscapes. The narrative highlights his commitment to accessibility and the belief that parks belong to everyone, ultimately shaping America's approach to green spaces. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Penguin USA .

Elizabeth Partridge (www. elizabethpartridge. com) is a National Book Award finalist and author of several nonfiction books for children, including Restless Spirit: The Life and Work of Dorothea Lange ; This Land Was Made for You and Me: The Life and Songs of Woody Guthrie ; and Marching for Freedom: Walk Together, Children, and Don't You Grow Weary . She lives in the San Francisco Bay area. Becca Stadtlander is a rising star in the world of children's illustration. After studying at the Maryland Institute College of Art, she has illustrated for The New York Times, Chronicle Books and Penguin. Becca is currently working on her first picture book. She lives near Providence, Rhode Island.