Philadelphia

Go with Larry and his dog Pete on an adventure through Philadelphia. While Larry orders a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, Pete disappears. Larry searches down Elsfreth's Alley, past the Betsy Ross House, into Franklin Court, to Independence Square, City Hall, up the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and finds Pete at the Philadelphia Zoo. (Picture book)

Illustrated biography of Ben Franklin, inventor, scientist, signer of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, printer, poet, publisher, diplomat, politician, general, cartoonist, postmaster, parent, best-selling author. (Chapter book)

Pictorial history of Ben Franklin, including his own writings, and 21 activities to do: make and fly a kite, play a glass armonica, design a turkey seal for the United States, dip candles, cook a French feast or hasty pudding, and more. Excellent historical illustrations, good for older kids. (Chapter book)

Annie and Jack are whisked back to Old Philadelphia in 1787. They need to meet up with "Doctor Ben," to help convince him to sign the the new Constitution. (Easy reader)

Also, non-fiction companion book: Benjamin Franklin

History of the Declaration of Independence, from Thomas Jefferson, sitting in a house in Philadelphia, writing this historic declaration of freedom from Great Britain, debate by the Continental Congress, signers of the document, with historical illustrations. (Chapter book)

Illustrated history of the Liberty Bell, symbol of freedom. On July 8,1776, this bell rang out in honor of the reading of the Declaration of Independence. The bell was hidden from the British during the American Revolution, and became the symbol of the fight to end slavery. (Picture book)

And also, Our Liberty Bell.

Graphic novel adaptation of the Constitution, which defines the United States government with three separate branches and powers. Kids can find out about founding fathers that created this document in Philadelphia 1787, and read the original text in an entertaining and informative context. (Graphic novel)

Also chapter book: What is the Constitution?

Illustrated biography of Betsy Ross, a young widow with her own sewing business in Philadelphia. According to her family, in 1776, George Washington came to her house, and asked her to sew a flag with thirteen stars and stripes, the first flag of the United States. Perfect to read before visiting the Betsy Ross house. (Chapter book)

1866. The Civil War is over, Addy's African-American family come to work for a well-to-do family in the Society Hill neighborhood. But there's a mystery in the house – food disappears, secret messages, is it a thief, ghost, or ... (Chapter book)

The taste of Italian pizzelle pastries, and the Bertolizzi family (Emilia, Alfi, Mom, Dad Great-Aunt Zia) are whisked to Philadelphia. Staying in the historic Liberty Hotel, the family explores the city, and samples local foods – big soft pretzels, Dutch apple pie, Philadelphia cream cheese brownies. But can they save the Liberty Hotel with a food fund-raiser? (Chapter book)

Before a visit to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, this is an excellent introduction to artworks kids will see – Monet's waterlily pond, Chinese dog cage, Degas' Little Dancer, Van Gogh Sunflowers, tapestries, sculpture, quilts, armor, Japanese teahouse and more. (Picture book)

Take a trip through Philadelphia with two eagles, play in Fairmount Park, see the Liberty Bell, learn about the American flag, eat a cheesesteak. Fun for toddlers. (Board book)

Find the animals in Philadelphia – two monkeys, one camel at Independence Hall, peacock and polar bear at Rittenhouse Square, three kangaroos at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and more than a hundred animals in this charming rhyming story. (Picture book)