Bibliograph

The history of the Fourth of July, Barbara M. Linde

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The history of the Fourth of July, Barbara M. Linde

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The history of the Fourth of July

Responsibility statement

Barbara M. Linde

Series statement

The history of our holidaysLeveled reader. Social studies

Summary

Going to a fireworks display is a popular way to celebrate the Fourth of July, but why is that? And why do we use July 4 as the day to honor United States independence? These and many other questions about the history of the Fourth of July are answered for curious readers in this fun, patriotic volume. Historical images and full-color photographs correlate closely with the text, showing the Founding Fathers and modern July 4th events. Written especially for beginning readers, the main content provides just the right amount of historical context and supports early elementary social studies curricula

Table Of Contents

The thirteen colonies -- Freedom from Great Britain -- Independence begins -- A tradition starts -- A new federal holiday -- Celebrating since 1785 -- A party in the capital -- Around the world -- You can celebrate!

Target audience

juvenile

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