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  • The White House

    Holly Karapetkova

    Hardcover (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Karapetkova, Holly
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  • The Capitol

    Terry Allan Hicks

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2006)
    "An exploration of the construction and history of this important government building in Washington, D.C., that has become an American symbol"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Ellis Island

    Terry Allan Hicks

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2006)
    "An exploration of the island that served as a gateway to thousands of immigrants and that has since become an important American symbol"--Provided by publisher.
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  • The Bald Eagle

    Terry Allan Hicks

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square Publishing, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Children see Proud to be American signs on cars and in windows everywhere. Yet have they any idea what the words really mean? Do they understand why they pledge allegiance to the flag, sing The Star-Spangled Banner, and celebrate the Fourth of July? Do they know why the Liberty Bell was rung, who lives in the White House, or why the Statue of Liberty holds a torch? It is the aim of Symbols of America to explain, in an engaging manner and with words young readers can readily understand, the origins and meanings of America's greatest symbols
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  • The Liberty Bell

    Maria Nelson

    Hardcover (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 1, 2015)
    The Liberty Bell hasnt been properly rung since 1846 when it cracked irreparably. However, its inability to ring doesnt diminish it as a symbol of freedom in the United States. Readers are introduced to the history of the Liberty Bell from its casting to the present day. Historical images as well as full-color, modern photographs of the bell engage readers with the story of one of the nations most recognizable symbols. A timeline offers an additional guide to the interesting, accessible main content.
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  • The Alamo

    Michael Burgan

    Hardcover (Chelsea Clubhouse, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Describes what happened during the siege at the Alamo in 1836, explains its historical significance, and discusses what visitors to the site can see today.
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  • The Fourth of July

    Debra Hess

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square Publishing, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Book by Hess, Debra
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  • The White House

    Debra Hess

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square Publishing, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Children see "Proud to be American" signs on cars and in windows everywhere. Yet have they any idea what the words really mean? Do they understand why they pledge allegiance to the flag, sing "The Star-Spangled Banner," and celebrate the Fourth of July? Do they know why the Liberty Bell was rung, who lives in the White House, or why the Statue of Liberty holds a torch? It is the aim of Symbols of America to explain, in an engaging manner and with words young readers can readily understand, the origins and meanings of America's greatest symbols
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  • Mount Rushmore

    William David Thomas

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Oct. 1, 2009)
    The monument on Mount Rushmore stands as a record of the first 150 years of U.S. history. The faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln remind visitors that these presidents each had a role in preserving the Republic and expanding its territory. Mount Rushmore traces the importance of the site throughout American history, beginning with its place as a sacred site for the Lakota Sioux to its current role as the major tourist attraction of South Dakota.
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  • Natural Landmarks

    Rennay Craats

    Paperback (Weigl Pub Inc, July 29, 2000)
    Book by Craats, Rennay
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  • The Liberty Bell: An American Symbol

    Alison Eldridge, Stephen Eldiridge

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, April 1, 2012)
    Travel to Philadelphia and learn about the Liberty Bell! New readers will discover why the bell is an important part of our country's history. Crisp color photos enhance the simple text.
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  • Zoom in on the Statue of Liberty

    Cecelia H. Brannon

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Engaging, simple text allows readers to explore the rich history and fascinating facts surrounding this symbol of freedom and opportunity for generations of immigrants, including how long it took to build the Statue of Liberty, what the different parts of the statue represent, and what words are written at the base of the statue. A fun follow-up activity invites readers to research their own familys route to America.
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