The most creative way to explore Chicago!
More than a coloring book, follow Colorful Chicago's map from the
Garden of the Phoenix in Jackson Park toThe Art Institute or
biking on The 606, with many colorful stops in between. The
whimsical illustrations of this vibrant, Midwest city will delight the
most adventurous artist. Creative & educational, at home or on the
go.
Ideal for kids and adults, providing countless hours of exploring.
Looking for things to do in Chicago? Colorful Chicago has you
covered!
Get acquainted with the city by riding the L Train, learn about
classic architecture at the Robie House, read endlessly at The
Newberry, catch a game at Wrigley Field, view Chicago's skyline
from the Skydeck of Willis Tower, enjoy history at DuSable Museum
of African American History, meet your friends at the Crown
Fountain or take in a game at Clarendon Bocce Court. Forage
through the city's many farmers markets, explore delicacies in
Chinatown or savor treats of Sweet Mandy B's.
There are many fun ways to use Colorful Chicago! Drop a pencil on the
map or play "page roulette" to determine where you will explore. Make it
an educational challenge to learn about a location or create art for
your walls by removing the perforated illustrations.
- 33 illustrations "we provide the lines so you can create the
art"
- One-sided printing on high-quality paper reduces marker and
gel pen bleed
- Top binding eliminates smudging for both left and right-handed
artists
- Perforated pages ensure seamless removal allowing illustrations to
become instant art pieces
- Designed, illustrated and printed 100% in the USA
The Colorful Cities "Explore & Color"(R) series brings vibrant cities
alive through playful illustrations, city maps and location
descriptions. Designed for children of all ages, the books' combination
travel guide and coloring book encourages creative exploration of
cultures and places. Coloring that's educational. Other books in the
series include: Colorful Tokyo, Colorful Portland, Colorful Seattle and
Colorful Havana.
From every sale of Colorful Chicago - Explore & Color, a
donation is made to the Chicago Park Foundation as we believe parks
build community and strong communities build fabulous cities.
Silver Medal winner in the Travel and Guidebook category from
the PubWest
Winner of the Independent Book Publisher's Association Silver
Medal for the best Regional Book
A great Chicago gift idea - exploring from home or on the go!