The American Flag

by Jennifer Silate

The American flag serves a symbol of freedom and democracy to people all over the world. Facts and legends tell us that the first flag was sewn by Philadelphia upholsterer Betsy Ross to provide a new identity for the American colonies during their fight for independence. Readers learn the history of America's flag and how it has become a symbol of independence.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1404226869
• ISBN13: 9781404226869
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.2" x 10.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6