patriotism

Profiles the actions of individuals who have stood up for what they believe and brought about change in the United States, from a group of librarians in Connecticut who refused to divulge information about their patrons to a group of high school students who wrote a play about the Iraq War.

Three patriotic stories to celebrate America.

Those wacky scrambled states are having a talent show. Revel in the madcap adventures and silly antics of this star-studded cast, while learning interesting facts about the states and geography. Includes a bonus interview with Laurie Keller and an interactive listing of states' birthdays and abbreviations.

Examines the concept of patriotism, its many symbols, and how Americans, past and present, have proven themselves to be patriots.

With national pride and occasional fear, a brother and sister face the increasingly oppressive occupation of Korea by Japan during World War II, which threatens to suppress Korean culture entirely.

A ninth-grader's suspension for singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" during homeroom becomes a national news story. Written in documentary style.

In 1776 Boston, twelve-year-old Daniel Prescott enjoys assuming his father's role in taking care of his mother and sister, as well as his work as a spy and messenger for the American revolutionaries, but the pleasure ends when he witnesses the horrors of war firsthand, and learns that a trusted patriot is actually a British spy.

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.

Simple text and photographs illustrate how children can be patriotic.

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.