The stories behind the writing of six patriotic American songs: "Yankee Doodle, " "The Star-Spangled Banner, " "America, " "Dixie, " "America the Beautiful, " and "God Bless America.".
Provides a history and words to all four verses of the song called "The Star-Spangled Banner," which became the national anthem of the United States in 1931. Includes directions for making a star-spangled banner.
Describes the history of an American anthem: "Taps"; dispels its myths; and presents comments from Americans of all walks of life on how the song has affected them.
This book presents the Star-Spangled Banner in its original version and in a translated version using everyday language, as well as information on events that led to the creation of America's national anthem and its significance in history.
Lyrics to the United States national anthem are accompanied by illustrations and text about national monuments, holidays, and moments in American history.
