The Islands of New York City

Over forty small islands surround New York City's five boroughs, four of which are islands themselves. With brilliant color photographs and rich, authentic text, this book explores the well-known and lesser known of these islands, with an emphasis on their historical uses and the ways that they are enjoyed today. Supports New York City's Grade 2 social studies standard for Unit 1: New York City's Geography 3.1b, 3.1c, 3.1e, 3.2a.