"Through simple text and historic and modern images and photographs, this title explains why the National Anthem is an important and uniting symbol of freedom to the United States of America"--OCLC.
Provides a brief account of the life of Francis Scott Key and describes the events that led to his composition of national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner.".
the true story of Mary Pickersgill and the Star-Spangled Banner
Hartland, Jessie
2019
". . . a nonfiction picture book that tells the story of the American flag that inspired the poem and national anthem 'The Star-Spangled Banner'"--OCLC.
An introduction to American symbols, focusing on "The Star-Spangled Banner" and its history. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
Simple text and illustrations describe the history of "The Star Spangled Banner, " including when it was written, and why it became the national anthem for the United States.
Introduces children to the history of America's national anthem, describing how the song was created, what it means to the American people, and how it has come to symbolize the spirit of the United States.