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Stars, Stripes, And Skyrockets

Independence Day is America's birthday. This Brain Bank book explores the symbols and traditions of the holiday, from celebrating with fireworks to Uncle Sam.

Let's Get Ready for Independence Day

Series: Welcome Books Celebrations

by Lloyd G. Douglas

Some of the first concepts children learn about are those connected to holidays and traditions.

Independence Day

by Trudi Strain Trueit

- Pronunciation guides to less familiar words. - Includes chart that explains the game of dreidel. - Holiday books are always in demand in schools and libraries, but the controlled vocabulary of Rookie Books make them especially marketable. - Excellent resource for classroom unit on holidays.

Independence Day

Series: National Holidays

by Helen Frost

Independence Day, a holiday that is celebrated in honor of the United States of America's fight for freedom, is explained in this book with color photographs.

Independence Day

Series: Rookie Read-About Holidays

by David F. Marx

This easy-to-read book outlines the history of Independence Day and explains how it is celebrated.

Independence Day

Series: A True Book

by Nancy I. Sanders

On Independence Day, we celebrate the United States' birthday--the day the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. This book gives a history of the events leading up to the fateful day when the American colonies declared their freedom from Great Britain.