Whether you're looking for a particular national anthem for a special occasion (to honor a guest from Uzbekistan, for example), or just have an interest in music and culture, this is the definitive book on the subject. It includes anthems for 195 nations, with the words in the original language, arranged alphabetically, and translated too.

Portrays America's national anthem, through text and photography, that was created by Francis Scott Key in 1814 after the battle at Fort McHenry.

The stories behind the writing of six patriotic American songs: "Yankee Doodle, " "The Star-Spangled Banner, " "America, " "Dixie, " "America the Beautiful, " and "God Bless America."

Provides a complete version of the song as well as its historical context and significance.

Learn about America's history through the use of graphics and animations, live-action portrayals of historic figures, and stories told from a child's point of view. Topics featured include: The Star Spangled Banner, America the beautiful, My country 'tis of thee, Yankee Doodle, John Henry, The pledge of allegiance, and Hiawatha.