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Author
Publisher
Cicada Books Limited
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"By exploring the patterns, colors and crests of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that the flag of Nepal is the only one with more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Discover all this and more... Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of vexillology!"--Page [4] of cover.
Author
Publisher
Cicada Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that the flag of the USA was inspired by that of the East India Company - a private shipping company that traded in the spoils of the British Empire? Do you know what the black star on the flag of Ghana means? Or why the Russian flag looks similar to that of the Netherlands? Find the answers to these questions and more in this gorgeously presented, accessible atlas of flags. Through simple designs and colours, national flags can tell...
Author
Series
CRS report volume R45945
Publisher
Congressional Research Service
Pub. Date
2020-
Language
English
8) Zebra
Author
Publisher
William Morrow
Pub. Date
[1987]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the characteristics and habits of zebras and describes the life of a new little zebra at a large open-air wildlife park in New Jersey
16) The flag we love
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge Publishing
Pub. Date
[1996]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Traces the history of the United States flag and discusses how the flag symbolizes pride, individual rights, respect, honor, and patriotism to many Americans
17) A Grand Old Flag
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Describes the history of the American flag, along with photographs of the flags used throughout United States history, and concluding with a section on flag etiquette
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the symbolic meaning and history of the various forms of the Confederate flag used during the Civil War, as well as controversies surrounding modern-day display and use of this emblem.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Formats
Description
Complemented by historical artwork and photos, an account of the lesser-known history of America's national anthem describes the American flag's design, the important contributions of free black soldiers during the War of 1812, and the intense battle that inspired Francis Scott Key's poem
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