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2) Flag
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A photographic essay about flags from countries all over the world and such special flags as signal flags for ships and boats, flags for special festivals and sports, political flags and coats of arms. Also includes information about the meaning of shapes and colors on flags.
Author
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
570L
Language
English
Description
Do you know why the US flag has stars and stripes on it? What does the flag stand for, and why do we say the Pledge of Allegiance? Join Mr. Gomez's class as they study the flag to find out! They'll learn when the first American flag was made, what the Pledge of Allegiance means, and why we still honor the flag today.
Author
Publisher
Ivy Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Presented in a neat directory format, this book offers nearly 300 flags, each alongside the story of its provenance and design, as well as area and population of each country. Some flags are of country subdivisions such as U.S. states, and international governing bodies.--
Author
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Pub. Date
[1980]
Language
English
Description
Reviews the flags and arms of the 174 nations of the world, presenting each country's flag and insignia according to official specifications of color, proportion, and design, outlining their history, and analyzing their symbolism
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive overview of the flags of the world's nations offers a concise look at the history of hundreds of national, international, official, and provincial flags from around the globe, along with information on the historic and symbolic significance and development of every national flag.
13) Giraffe
Author
Publisher
Morrow
Pub. Date
[1987]
Lexile measure
1060L
Language
English
Description
Describes the characteristics and habitats of giraffes and discusses life for these animals at a large open-air wildlife park in New Jersey.
15) The flag book
Author
Series
Publisher
Lonely Planet Global Limited
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Flags are all around us. Every country has one, and they can be spotted flying from buildings, fluttering from ship masts, and waving during celebrations and sporting events. But have you ever wondered what they mean? This fact-packed guide takes you around the world, flag by flag, to discover what the colors, patterns, and symbols say about each country, its history, and its people. Perfect for budding vexillologists everywhere!
16) The flag we love
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
c1996.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A patriotic poem celebrating the flag of the United States, including historical footnotes about its origins and history.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
990L
Language
English
Description
The American flag is a symbol of freedom and patriotism. From the first flag that dawned thirteen stars for the original thirteen colonies, to the flag we know today, it has always brought pride to the people of America. Many poems and songs have been written about Old Glory, and she flies in front of schools, government offices, and is waved in parades as a sign and symbol of our freedom and all who fought to protect and preserve it. This book will...
Publisher
Parragon Pub
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
This comprehensive collection has 368 color flags, that include national, state, and provincial flags, 17 color locator maps and a world map quick reference. Includes information about the flag's ratio, the date it was adopted, the capital city, population and currency of the country to which it belongs. Also includes a brief description of what each flag stands for and provides an insight into its history.
