Describes the history and symbolism of the American flag

The American Flag (True Books: American History)

Children's Books

Quiri, Patricia Ryon

History

Childrens Pr

Describes the characteristics and habits of the bird chosen as the national emblem of the United States

The Bald Eagle (True Books: American History)

Animals

Describes how the immigration station on Ellis Island served as a gateway into the United States for millions of immigrants

Ellis Island (True Books: American History)

Describes how a patriotic and eloquent attorney was inspired to write "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812

The National Anthem (True Books: American History)

Recounts how the Statue of Liberty was planned, built, dedicated, repaired over the years, and then restored in the 1980s

The Statue of Liberty (True Books: American History)

Chronicles how the Bill of Rights came to be, as well as the freedoms it guarantees, details each of the amendments, and demonstrates how some have affected contemporary life in the United States.

The Bill of Rights (True Books: American History)

Literature & Fiction

Describes the origins, functions, and duties of the United States Congress. Includes an explanation of how to write a letter to a member of Congress.

The Congress (True Books: American History)

Explains why a constitution was needed; describes the convention in Philadelphia in 1787, the Virginia and New Jersey plans, the Great Compromise, and the ratification process.

The Constitution (True Books: American History)

Discusses the circumstances preceding and following the writing of the Declaration of Independence and describes how it was written, approved, and announced

The Declaration of Independence (True Books: American History)

Examines various aspects of the presidency, providing some historical background and describing the election, duties, and daily activities of the president

The Presidency (True Books: American History)

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