patriotism

Feeling awkward and ugly is one of several reasons sixteen-year-old Kevin is uncomfortable with the publicity about his act of accidental heroism, but when a reporter photographs him apparently being unpatriotic, he speaks out and encourages people to think about what the symbols of freedom really mean.

Japanese-American families turned to baseball as a way to handle their plight and find the strength to stand up for themselves in the days and months following Pearl Harbor.

Explains how symbols strengthen small and large communities and presents examples of symbols, including holidays, fairs, flags, songs, and documents such as the Declaration of Independence.

Looks at some of the symbols that represent the United States, including the Statue of Liberty, the U.S. Flag, the Liberty Bell, and the national anthem.

"A[n] . . . illustrated, thought-provoking picture book depicts the broad range of cultures in America, the values that bring us together as one people despite our differences, and the many ways we define what it means to be an American"--Provided by publisher.

"A stirring poetic tribute to the beauty and wonder of America's symbols, history, landscape"--Provided by publisher.

"A story about the mixture of pride and pain that one Black family finds in the American flag, and an invitation for each of us to choose how we relate to America, its history, and the flag that means so many things to so many people"--Provided by publisher.

"Patriotism refers to devotion to one's country, and as such it is often considered essential to a cohesive national identity. However, with concerns about xenophobia, nationalism, and chauvinism on the rise, the question of what role patriotism plays in these problematic exclusionary beliefs and practices must be examined. This volume considers various viewpoints on what defines patriotism, how it originated as a concept, and the ways in which it both helps and hinders nations. It examines patriotism through the lens of contemporary political and social issues around the world"--Provided by publisher.

"In a collection of essays, the venerated television journalist celebrates our shared values, reminds us of what matters most in our great country, and shows us what patriotism looks like"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated collection of patriotic- themed knock knock jokes.