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Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The essential, instant-reference guide to the flags of countries all over the world: fully updated and packed with information on more than 300 flags--national, regional, and provincial; tells the story behind each flag, explaining the meaning of colors, symbols, and insignia; flag identification guide and directories organized by country enable easy navigation"--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Throughout the ages flags have been a means of cultural and national identity, communication, and a means of representation for groups and associations. Compiled by a leading authority this book, newly updated for this larger format edition, is a definitive and exhaustive visual reference to international flags, from the largest countries to the smallest states." -- Amazon.com.
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Examine the history of America through some of its most iconic symbols, objects and places, diving deep into each symbol's history and how its meaning has changed over time — using them as a gateway to understanding America's past and present. From flags and statues to revered landmarks, people live alongside and interact with history every day. In each episode, David Rubenstein explores a symbol from history. From Fenway Park and the Hollywood...
Author
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Description
Tells the stories behind nearly thirty places, objects, documents, holidays, and other symbols of importance to America, including Plymouth Rock, the Liberty Bell, the Pledge of Allegiance, and Memorial Day.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Physical and political geography combine together in an appealing format that will interest kids doing reports and projects, as well as trivia seekers. Captivating photos with detailed captions accompany flag facts, high-interest tidbits, and geographical information on each country of the world."
11) Hero type
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 10
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
Description
Feeling awkward and ugly is only one reason sixteen-year-old Kevin is uncomfortable with the publicity surrounding his act of accidental heroism, but when a reporter photographs him apparently being unpatriotic, he steps into the limelight to encourage people to think about what the symbols of freedom really mean.
13) The bald eagle
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
430L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces the bald eagle to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
15) The bald eagle
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents facts about this bird of prey. It is the national bird of the United States, making an appearance on both the Great Seal of the United States and the Seal of the President of the United States.
16) Bald eagle
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Each title in the Icons of America series. This series explores the significance and history of well-known American symbols"--
17) The bald eagle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Children are taught to respect the symbols of America from their first day of school. The Bald Eagle provides teachers an easy-to-read picture book explaining the history, other options, and meaning of the symbol that represent our nation. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades P-4.
18) US Constitution
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
390L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Through simple text and historic and modern images and photographs, this title explains why the US Constitution is one of the most important symbols of freedom to the United States of America.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
Formats
Description
A bald eagle doesn't sound like an attractive bird. But it's pictured on the Great Seal of the United States and on the dollar bill. Why was this bird chosen as a national symbol? Join Ms. Patel's class as they find out why bald eagles are important, what the Great Seal stands for, and how bald eagles live in the wild. A special guest also pays the class a visit!
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Description
"Arguably, no symbol more firmly represents our country's independence than the bald eagle. But why this particular bird? Through factual, accessible text and crisp, colorful photos, young report writers will learn how the United States came to embrace this feathered American icon"--
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