Books
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Casey at the Bat
By: Ernest Thayer
Illustrated by: Christopher Bing
Ernest Thayer's now-classic ballad about Mudville's mighty slugger has been newly and magnificently illutrated by Christopher Bing. The story is rendered as though it had been newly discovered in a hundred-year-old scrapbook. A Caldecott Honor Book.
God Bless America
By: Irving Berlin
Illustrated by: Lynn Munsinger
A bear family raises an American flag before they travel to New York City, Washington, DC, and points in between. Ultimately they return to their own "home sweet home" wrapped in a cozy bear hug. First published in 1938, the classic song "God Bless America" is illustrated in this unabashedly patriotic picture book in a humorous but respectful way. Designed to inspire and enlighten, the book is also accompanied by a CD of the song performed by Barbara Streisand.
Hats Off for the Fourth of July
By: Harriet Ziefert
Illustrated by: Gustaf Miller
Parades are part of the fun of any Fourth of July celebration. Young readers are invited to join the fun of this down-home parade, told with a jaunty rhythm and rhyme. Animated illustrations literally parade across the pages to a sparkling conclusion.
Hurray for the Fourth of July
By: Wendy Watson
Celebrate America's birthday with a family in a small town. Animated and often funny illustrations and verse present this special day's activities starting with a read, white, and blue breakfast and culminating with fireworks.
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By: Doreen Rappaport
Illustrated by: Bryan Collier
Martin Luther King Jr. grew up fascinated by big words. He would later go on to use these words to inspire a nation and call people to action. In this award-winning book, powerful portraits of King show how he used words, not weapons, to fight injustice.
Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind
By: Steven Kellogg
How could anybody ever stand up to a larger-than-life husband like Davy Crockett? Once readers meet Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind, they'll understand and long remember this extraordinary companion to the other legendary Crockett. Kellogg's exaggerated illustrations are a riotously funny complement to this tall tale.
The Flag We Love
By: Pam Muñoz Ryan
Illustrated by: Ralph Masiello
Read this book aloud to young readers to teach them about the United States flag, its history, and meaning. The short verse, historical tidbits, and realistic illustrations result in a brief, moving, and patriotic look at this American symbol.
They Called Her Molly Pitcher
By: Anne Rockwell
Illustrated by: Cynthia von Buhler
When her husband followed George Washington into battle during the war for independence, Mary "Molly" Hays followed her husband, gaining the name Molly Pitcher by carrying water to the thirsty men on the battlefield. When she took up her wounded husband's position firing the cannon, a legend was born. The illustrations depict sturdy figures and fierce battles in this dramatic account.
This Land is Your Land
By: Woodie Guthrie
Illustrated by: Kathy Jakobsen
Guthrie's folk song begins a journey across the United States. Highly detailed, richly colored illustrations done in folk art style encourage readers to follow Woodie as he travels from coast to coast. A concluding note by Pete Seeger is informative, putting the period and person into an historical context.