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Nana IN THE CITY is a YEAR adolescent novel/children's picture book by author Lauren Castillo with illustrations by Lauren Castillo. Nana IN THE CITY was a Caldecott Medal Honor Book / Newbery Medal Honor Book in YEAR.

Description
The text was set in 23-point Powhatten, with illustration being executed in watercolor. The way the artists portrays the city is beautiful and unique. The use of grey to show the buildings in the background is something that I have always been fond of, as it saves time and effort. Lights and dark's are always used to draw the readers attention towards a certain area. Nana sports a colorful jacket that always draws your attention to her. The city is drawn as colorful and lively and the interaction between the main characters and the extras is fluid and natural.

Plot
This story follows a nameless boy who goes to visit his Nana in the city. He is thrilled to go see his grandmother but the city is a scary place filled with scary things. He doesn't think the city is a place for a Nana to live. On his first day everything is scary and loud, and he isn't able to sleep. Nana knits a red cape for the boy and now he feels brave. Nana shows him around the city but now he has his red cape; exploring many places and showing what the beautiful city has to offer like; musicians, dancers, parks, and much more. The boy now learns that the city is not as scary, but its still loud in a good way.

Characters
Grandson, Nana (Grandmother)

Critical Review
"A sweet story for country-mouse readers." -Kirkus

"It deserves a place on the shelf of classic New York City picture books." -Publishers Weekly

"This is a JUST RIGHT kind of book. Just the right size; just the right tone; just the right scope of experience/adventure for the audience." -The Horn Book

Awards
Caldecott Medal