American symbols

Describes the meaning, history, and creation of the stone monument to four American presidents carved into Mount Rushmore, South Dakota.

Introduces the Pledge of Allegiance as an American symbol in easy-to-read text.

Examines the symbolism of the flag of the United States and discusses how its appearance has changed throughout the country's history.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to Washington, D.C., discussing its buildings, monuments, zoo, and museums.

Simple text and photographs discuss the role of U.S. Presidents, covering their responsibility to sign laws into action, give speeches, meet with foreign leaders, lead the military, and more, and includes biographical facts about Barack Obama.

Uses simple text to introduce the Statute of Liberty as an American symbol of freedom.

Describes the creation of the Angel Island Immigration Station in San Francisco and the process immigrants went through when they arrived in the United States.

Describes the Lincoln Memorial and how it serves as a symbol of unity and freedom.

Describes the history and purpose of the Bill of Rights, discussing each of the amendments it contains, and includes a glossary.