Khalid, Jinnow

"The U.S. flag has a long and storied history. The first U.S. flag had 13 stars and 13 stripes. So, how did the current flag come to have 50 stars and 13 stripes? In this informative book, readers will learn about the history of the U.S. flag; the meaning behind the colors, stars, and stripes; and more. Photographs show how the flag has changed over time and how Americans honor their country's flag"--Provided by publisher.

"The Statue of Liberty has welcomed immigrants and visitors alike to New York Harbor since 1886. Each part of the statue-from the lit torch to the crown to the tablet-has meaning. In this book, readers will learn about why France gave the United States the Statue of Liberty, who designed the statue, how it was constructed, and more. Bright photographs show this amazing symbol of friendship and freedom."--.

"The American bald eagle is the United States' national bird and emblem. You can see eagles on United States currency, official mail, and other important documents. But how did it receive such an honor? In this book, readers will learn why the United States needed an emblem, how the bald eagle was chosen, and more. A timeline helps readers see how this spectacular bird came to be so important to the American people."--.

"Many children learn "The Star-Spangled Banner" in school, but some might not know the history behind the song. Today, most people only know the first of the four verses of the anthem. In this informative book, readers will learn about the famous song's history, who chose to make it the national anthem, and more. Sing along as we learn about one of America's most patriotic songs!"--.

"The presidential seal is a stamp placed on all messages from the president to the U.S. Congress. The seal is also on the presidential flag, and its origins go back, in part, to the earliest days of the United States. In this book, readers will learn about the history of the presidential seal, its design features, and its usage. A graphic organizer further explains this important American symbol."--.

"The Liberty Bell has been a symbol of America's independence even before the United States was formed. However, the bell rang for the last time for George Washington's birthday in 1846. In this informational book, readers learn why and how the Liberty Bell was made, how it cracked, how it got its name, and more. Historical photographs and a timeline help readers understand the importance of the Liberty Bell"--.

"The U.S. flag has a long and storied history. The first U.S. flag had 13 stars and 13 stripes. So, how did the current flag come to have 50 stars and 13 stripes? In this informative book, readers will learn about the history of the U.S. flag; the meaning behind the colors, stars, and stripes; and more. Eye-catching photographs show how the flag has changed over time and how Americans honor their country's flag."--.

Introduces students to the history behind Arlington National Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.