A young boy is frightened by how busy and noisy the city is when he goes there to visit his Nana, but she makes him a fancy red cape that keeps him from being scared as she shows him how wonderful a place it is.

"[Nana in the City] deserves a place on the shelf of classic New York City picture books." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A fine example of how firsthand experience can overcome initial fear." --School Library Journal

"A rewarding picture book with a vibrant setting." --Booklist