Books in United We Stand series

Defines patriotism as being proud of your country and provides examples and symbols such as the flying of the flag, saying the Pledge of Allegiance, and voting.

Explains different ways to volunteer to help people and how it can make a difference.

Describes the many kinds of freedom we have in the United States, including the freedom to vote, freedom of religion, and freedom of speech.

Describes some of the many ways of showing courage, including facing danger in sports, asking for help, and standing up for yourself.

Discusses the nature of tolerance, which means accepting people no matter what they look like, how they live, what they like, or how they do things.

Defines justice as fair and impartial behavior or treatment and cites such examples as the enforcement of laws in a country, equal treatment of everyone in a classroom, and the maintenance of rules in the home.

Chronicles the response of the United States government to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

Discusses the September 11, 2001, attack on the United States and the nation's response with military action and a declaration of war on terrorism.

Peltak, Jennifer

Examines the events and aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, focusing on the aid given to the relief effort by local citizens and others across the nation and beyond.