The Flag We Love

Author: Ryan, Pam Muñoz

Color: Black

Edition: Commemorative

Number Of Pages: 32

Details:

This spirited tribute to Old Glory will inspire readers, young and old, to take a new look at the greatest emblem of the United States of America. With patriotic verse and historical facts, THE FLAG WE LOVE explores how our flag has become an enduring part of our nation's proud history and heritage. From its earliest designs to its role in peace-time and war, the Star-Spangled Banner will take on a whole new meaning for all readers. The bold, rich illustrations by Ralph Masiello highlight significant points in history, as well as commonplace moments of American life, when our flag symbolizes the people and ideals of the United States of America.

Reviews:

". . . this patriotic picture book unabashedly celebrates the Stars and Stripes." -- Publishers Weekly, February 5, 1996 Beautiful double-page spreads and four line verses depict Old Glory's history. . -- The Leaf-Chronicle, Clarkesville, TN, March 29, 2000

About the Author:

Pam Muñoz Ryan is a native of California. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees at San Diego State University and she worked as a bilingual teacher and an early childhood administrator before dedicating herself full-time to writing. She wrote her first book at the age of 32 at the encouragement of a friend. She has written many picture books for young children and novels for older students. Pam lives in California with her husband and four children. She often speaks at schools and conferences about writing and literacy....

EAN: 9780439399753

Release Date: 01-07-2000

Languages: English

Item Note: Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp.Has a remainder mark. Paperback Used - Like New Ships fast! 2000Commemorative

Item Condition: UsedLikeNew

Binding: Paperback