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1) Our national anthem

Author

Pearl, Norman

Series

American symbols

Pub. Date

[2007]

Language

English

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If you love your country, sing! Since 1931, "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been the national anthem of the United States. Journey back to 1814, and join Francis Scott Key, the man who wrote the words to the anthem, for a close look at this song of freedom.

2) The U.S. Constitution

Author

Pearl, Norman

Series

First facts. American symbols

Pub. Date

[2007]

Language

English

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It's 1787, and a handful of men are about to sign the United States Constitution. In a few minutes, a newly free country will have a set of rules made by the people, for the people. Join lawmaker James Madison as he picks up a pen and makes history.

3) The great seal of the United States

Author

Pearl, Norman

Series

American Symbols

Pub. Date

[2007]

Language

English

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How do Americans know that government papers are real? If you see an eagle holding a shield, and a pyramid with an eye above it, the papers are not fakes. Listen to Benjamin Franklin as he talks about the birth of the Great Seal in 1782 and why it's still so important to our country today.

4) The bald eagle

Author

Pearl, Norman

Series

American symbols

Pub. Date

[2007]

Language

English

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This strong and beautiful bird is a symbol for an entire country. It is the bald eagle, and Americans made it their national emblem more than 200 years ago. Join Bill the bird keeper to see how this bird lives and how it became a symbol of the United States.

5) The Bill of Rights

Author

Pearl, Norman

Series

American symbols

Pub. Date

[2007]

Language

English

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Which freedoms do Americans hold most dear? The Bill of Rights is a list of important freedoms shared by everyone in the United States. Join President James Madison to find out how the Bill of Rights came to be. Also, discover what it means to people today.