The Story of America's Birthday

The Story of America's Birthday
Author: Patricia A. Pingry
Publisher: Worthy Kids/Ideals
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2021-04-20
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781546015062

Teach your little historian about the founding of America with this exciting 200-word board book. This simple, engaging book introduces little ones to the story of the origins of America. Colorful illustrations paired with the toddler-friendly text help to explain the connection between the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution, and today's Fourth of July festivities. Thoroughly researched, historically accurate, and accessible for even the youngest of children, The Story of America's Birthday helps readers understand the reasons we celebrate the birthday of our country every year.

My Little Golden Book About the Statue of Liberty

My Little Golden Book About the Statue of Liberty
Author: Jen Arena
Publisher: Golden Books
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-05-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1524770337

Now the littlest readers can learn about how the Statue of Liberty came to be—and what it means to people all over the world. In this engaging book, preschoolers will learn the fascinating story behind the creation of the Statue of Liberty. Simple words and bright artwork bring to life the story of the people—a professor, a sculptor, a poet, a newspaperman—who helped establish this famous landmark. Little ones will learn that the torch was created first, in time for America's 100th birthday, and displayed in a park. And they'll gain a clear understanding of what the Statue of Liberty has always meant to people around the world. Fun facts, such as how schoolchildren gave their pennies to help pay for the base of the statue, complete this charming nonfiction Little Golden Book.

The Fourth of July Story

The Fourth of July Story
Author: Alice Dalgliesh
Publisher: Aladdin
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995-06-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780689718762

An accessible story of America’s birthday brings alive the history and spirit of the Fourth of July, with an introduction to the fight for independence and the events and people that shaped American tradition. What happened on the Fourth of July long before there were fireworks and parades? Alice Dalgliesh takes young readers back to revolutionary times, back to the colonists’ desire for freedom and the creation of the Declaration of Independence. Simple text captures the excitement of the era, telling how word of Independence traveled up and down the thirteen colonies, touching the lives of everyday people throughout the land. Like all of Alice Dalgliesh’s work, The Fourth of July Story remains an American classic.

George Washington's Birthday

George Washington's Birthday
Author: Margaret McNamara
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2012-01-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375844996

A perfect picture book biography from award-winning author Margaret McNamara and New Yorker artist Barry Blitt comes this partly true and completely funny story of George Washington's 7th birthday. In this clever approach to history, readers will discover the truths and myths about George Washington. Did George Washington wear a wig? No. Did George Washington cut down a cherry tree? Probably not. Readers young and old who are used to seeing George Washington as an old man, will get a new look at the first president—as a kid. Perfect for classrooms, Presidents' Day, or as a birthday gift.

Happy Birthday, America!

Happy Birthday, America!
Author: Marsha Wilson Chall
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2000-05-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780688130510

Joined by an army of aunts, uncles, and cousins, 8-year-old Kay and her family celebrate the Fourth of July. From picnic preparations to the final starburst floating down through a midnight blue sky, Chall and Porfirio serve up a happy hometown Independence Day celebration with all the trimmings. Color illustrations.

What Does It Mean to Be American?

What Does It Mean to Be American?
Author: Rana DiOrio
Publisher: Little Pickle Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-03-15
Genre: JUVENILE NONFICTION
ISBN: 9781492683803

An engaging picture book for children that celebrates what it means to be American--regardless of politics What does it mean to be American? Does it mean you like apple pie or fireworks? Not exactly. While politics seem to divide our country into the two opposing teams of red and blue, one truth remains: we are all Americans. But what does that mean? This continuation of the popular What Does It Mean to Be...? series provides a nonpartisan point of view perfect for any and all Americans who are proud of who they are--and where they come from, regardless of their political views. Other Titles in the What Does It Mean to Be...? Series: What Does It Mean to Be Present? What Does It Mean to Be Global? What Does It Mean to Be Kind?

Happy Birthday, Addy!

Happy Birthday, Addy!
Author: Connie Rose Porter
Publisher: American Girl Publishing Incorporated
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994-09
Genre: African Americans
ISBN: 9781562470814

The story of Addy, a courageous girl around the year 1864 who is determined to be free in the midst of the Civil War.

Happy Birthday, Samantha

Happy Birthday, Samantha
Author: Valerie Tripp
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1987
Genre: New York (N.Y.)
ISBN: 9780937295359

A ten-year-old girl discovers the modern delights of turn-of-the-century New York City when she travels there with her grandmother to visit relatives.

The Story of America

The Story of America
Author: Jill Lepore
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 426
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN: 0691159599

Harvard historian and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore investigates American origin stories -- from John Smith's account of the founding of Jamestown in 1607 to Barack Obama's 2009 inaugural address -- to show how American democracy is bound up with the history of print.

A Birthday Cake for George Washington

A Birthday Cake for George Washington
Author: Ramin Ganeshram
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: African Americans
ISBN: 9780545538237

An expoloration of fifty influential and inspirational women who changed the world. Everyone is buzzing about the president's birthday! Especially George Washington's servants who scurry around the kitchen preparing to make this the best celebration ever. Oh, how George Washington loves his cake! And, oh, how he depends on Hercules, his head chef, to make it for him. Hercules, a slave, takes great pride in baking the president's cake. But this year there is one problem--they are out of sugar. This story, told in the voice of Delia, Hercules' young daughter, is based on real events, and underscores the loving exchange between a very determined father and his eager daughter who are faced with an unspoken, bittersweet reality.