Publisher's Synopsis
The word "patriotism" refers to the love and devotion that citizens feel for their country and for its ideals. Throughout history, the American people have expressed their patriotism through reverence toward, and interest in, certain symbols that have come to represent the things that are best about our country. The new educational book series Patriotic Symbols of America tells the story of twenty of the most recognizable monuments, landmarks, and documents of our history. Each book places the symbol into historical context, while also giving facts about the reasons for and process of its creation. Each of these 48-page books is illustrated with numerous historical and contemporary photographs and drawings. The full-color books have an inviting format, with easy-to-understand text that includes many quotations from primary sources. In each chapter there are text-dependent questions, research projects, and sidebars that enable students to broaden their perspectives on the text.
