From Native American traditions to immigrant inventions, from diversity to democracy, from ice cream cones to apple pie, this fun and fact-filled bookânow in chapter book format!âcelebrates the melting pot and mosaic that is America. A perfect way to start a conversation about America with young readers.
Did you know that the inventor of American cheese actually came from Canada? Or that founding father Benjamin Franklin was inspired to create a democratic society by a confederacy of Native American tribes who came together to stop their constant warring? How about that both âGod Bless Americaâ and âWhite Christmasâ were written by Irving Berlin, a Russian Jew who fled to the U.S. because of persecution back home?
This entertaining, fact-filled book, perfect for fans of the Who Was series, is a great way to talk about the idea that people have come to America from many countries, in many ways, for many reasons. Americans have many different beliefs, different languages, and different traditions. But even with all of these differences, America comes together with the understanding that our country and government is âof the people, by the people, and for the people.â And thereâs nothing more American than that.
With full-color illustrations throughout and a timeline of American history and additional reading resources at the end, this book is a perfect introduction to the story of America.
From the Constitution to civil rights, from womenâs rights to the four freedoms, this kid-friendly picture book filled with fun facts and historical trivia shows how America got the nickname âland of the free.â
Itâs a âfree countryâ! Why? Because in America weâre free speak our minds, choose our leaders and set the rules. Since way back when Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, Americans have stood up for freedom again and again â but it wasnât always easy!
Did you know that Henry âBoxâ Brown escaped slavery by shipping himself north in a box? Or that Susan B. Anthony was arrested when she tried to vote? Did you know that even young kids protested for the right to go to school?
This entertaining, fact-filled book celebrates how, with every generation, more and more Americans won the right to be free. Find out how they did it and why standing up for the âland of the freeâ is such a big deal!
Perfect for fans of The One and Only Declaration of Independence, John, Paul, George & Ben, and Shh! Weâre Writing the Constitution â and a great way to talk about America, its values, and the rights we all enjoy.
Praise for Whatâs the Big Deal About Freedom:
âBolstering the upbeat tone of the writing while emphasizing the racial and religious diversity of Americans, the lively watercolor-and-pencil illustrations are consistently engaging and occasionally endearing. A hopeful, idealistic portrayal of freedom in America.â âBooklist
âAn effective place for children to begin learning about the concept of freedom.â âSchool Library Journal
First Ladies are more than just wives of U.S. presidents! This fun, kid-friendly book of trivia and history shows that First Ladies help influence America in ways both large and small.
Did you know that Mary Todd Lincoln hated slavery and helped to end it in America? Or that Edith Wilson helped decode secret messages during World War I? How about that Sarah Polk didnât let anyone dance in the White House while she was first lady?
Itâs true! In addition to being hostesses, advocates, ambassadors, activists, patriots, and role-models, each first lady put her own stamp on the White Houseâand on our country. In this fun-filled, fact-filled book, you can find out just what made each first lady unique and why they were so important. As it turns out, first ladies are a pretty big deal after all!
This book is perfect for fans of So You Want to be President? and Rad American Women from A-Z:Rebels, Trailbalzers, and Visionaries who Shaped Our HistoryâŠAnd Our Future, and is a great entry point to discussing elections, inaugurations, and all aspects of the White House with children.
Praise for Whatâs the Big Deal About First Ladies:
â âA breezy way to, as Abigail Adams urged, âremember the ladies.'â âKirkus Reviews, starred review
âThis title does an excellent job of highlighting the important roles that these women played throughout historyâŠ.A delightful introduction to Americaâs first ladies for elementary U.S. history collections.â âSchool Library Journal
âPacked with interesting facts and illustrated with style, this upbeat overview of Americaâs First Ladies will entertain kids intrigued by history.â âBooklist
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