patriotic music

Songs include: Blow ye winds, America, Paul Revere Speech (excerpt), Star Spangled Banner, O Susanna, When Johnny comes marching home, Home on the range, Erie Canal, Take me out to the ball game, Martin Luther King speech (excerpt), America the beautiful, and more.

"A young readers adaptation explores the music of important times in our history--the stirring pro- and anti-war music of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, World Wars I and II, and the Vietnam War; the folk songs and popular music of the Great Depression, the fight for women's rights, and the Civil Rights movement; and the music of both beloved and lesser-known poets, musicians, and songwriters from Colonial times to the twenty-first century. Author Jon Meacham and . . . artist Tim McGraw present the songs of patriotism and protest that gave voice to the politicians and activists who moved the country forward, seeking to fulfill America's destiny as the land of liberty and justice for all"--Provided by publisher.

"Songs such as the 'Star-Spangled Banner,' which students may recognize from sporting events, memorialize significant events in American history. With this . . . text full of . . . facts about American songs, students will learn about the valuable role songs play in helping express American pride. Photographs enhance the . . . text which compliments elementary social studies curricula. A glossary also helps readers strengthen vocabulary skills as they learn about the significance of songs in American life"--Provided by publisher.

Children learn about songs such as "The star spangled banner," "America the beautiful," "God bless America," and "This land is your land".

A collection of fifty-three patriotic American songs and quotes for children. Includes such classic tunes as "You're a Grand Old Flag," "Sweet Betsy from Pike," and "America the Beautiful.".

A brief introduction to patriotic music that defines what it is and discusses the different influences, significant songs and individuals.

Three patriotic stories to celebrate America.

Contains patriotic stories, poems, songs, and historical essays.