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Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
620L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
The Statue of Liberty and the American flag are both bold symbols of the United States of America. But what is the meaning behind them? Get the inside scoop on these and other symbols of American freedom and democracy.
Author
Publisher
The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, in association with University Press of New England
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
93 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Tells the stories behind the eagle, the flag, Uncle Sam, and other icons of America that originated in the nation's early years.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Kids
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
390L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Through simple text and historic and modern images and photographs, this title explains why the US Constitution is one of the most important symbols of freedom to the United States of America.
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2019.
Lexile measure
430L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces the bald eagle to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
660L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the significance of the Seal of the President of the United States, its historic past, and why it is a great symbol of the United States of America"--
Author
Publisher
Lorenz Books, an imprint of Anness Publishing Ltd
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
256 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive reference to flags including a fascinating history, with over 1400 illustrations and newly updated in a special large-format edition. Includes history and symbolism of military signs, royal standards, civic flags, naval ensigns and national flags.
Author
Publisher
Scribner
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First Scribner hardcover edition.
Physical Desc
x, 290 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Shares insights into the symbolism and power of flags representing the beliefs of nations and non-state organizations, revealing how flags and the politics they represent unite and divide world populations.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Lexile measure
670L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Taught to every school child and new citizen, learn about the significance of the Pledge of Allegiance, its historic past, and why it is a great symbol of the United States of America."--
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
Seventh edition ; American edition.
Physical Desc
320 pages : color illustrations
Language
English
Description
"Complete Flags of the World tells you everything you need to know about flags, from the meaning behind the designs and symbols, to information on the use of flags and banners in other fields. panning geography, communications, politics, sports, culture, and more, this handy pocket-sized guide is the ultimate reference to more than 300 of the world's flags" --
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (480 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Examine the history of America through some of its most iconic symbols, objects, and places, diving deep into each symbol's history and how its meaning has changed over time using them as a gateway to understanding America's past and present. From flags and statues to revered landmarks, people live alongside and interact with history every day.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Lexile measure
590L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
The legend says that Betsy Ross sewed the first U.S. flag in 1776. But the facts say someone else did. Who was it? And how has the flag changed since then? Here's the story.
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