"Each title in the Icons of America series. This series explores the significance and history of well-known American symbols"--

The Alamo played an important role in Texas's fight for independence. Over the years, the battle at the Alamo has come to represent the heroism and resilience of the Texan people. Find out more in The Alamo, one of the titles in the Icons of America series.

This book introduces young readers to the bald eagle, a sacred animal in many cultures. Easy-to-read text examines the bald eagle's development as a cultural icon, from Native American totems and rituals through early American admiration, to today's status as the United States's national symbol. Readers will also learn about the bald eagle's body, its appearance, size, and color. The bald eagle's method of reproduction is discussed, as is eaglet development...

This book introduces young readers to the buffalo, also known as the bison, a sacred animal in many cultures. Easy-to-read text examines the buffalo's development as a cultural icon, from Native American totems and rituals through tales and legends of the American West, to its status as a symbol of the Great Plains. Readers will also learn about the buffalo's body, its appearance, size, and color. Buffalo reproduction is discussed, as is calf development...

This book introduces young readers to the gray wolf, a sacred animal in many cultures. Easy-to-read text examines the gray wolf's development as a cultural icon, from Native American totems through tales and legends of these beautiful creatures, to today's status as a symbol of the recovery of endangered populations. Readers will also learn about the gray wolf's body, its appearance, size, and coloring. Wolf reproduction is discussed, as is pup development...

"Each title in the Icons of America series. This series explores the significance and history of well-known American symbols"--

Did you know that Thomas Jefferson was the author of the Declaration of Independence and first vice president of the United States? The Jefferson Memorial celebrates Thomas Jefferson's achievements in American history. Discover more fascinating facts in Jefferson Memorial, an American Icons book.

This series introduces beginning readers to some of the many places, people, and symbols that have become American Icons. With easy to read text and captivating visuals, each book in this series explores the symbols that helped shape the nations identity. Beginning readers will learn the history of each symbol, how it became important to the United States, and the role it continues to play in society today. American Icons is a series of AV2 media...