Our National Anthem (American Symbols)

Pearl, Norman

ISBN 10: 1404822151 ISBN 13: 9781404822153

Publisher: Picture Window Books, 2006

Synopsis

If you love your country, sing! Since 1931, "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been the national anthem of the United States. Journey back to 1814, and join Francis Scott Key, the man who wrote the words to the anthem, for a close look at this song of freedom.

About this title

About the Author:

Norman Pearl has written 10 children's books. He writes on both science and social studies topics and can't decide which he likes better. Norman lives in tropical Miami, Florida, with his wife and son. They have a small, white, fluffy dog named Max. Max thinks he is human, so the four of them go just about everywhere together. Norman usually writes his books under a palm tree while sipping lemonade. When he needs a break, he jumps in the pool for a swim. Usually, the rest of the family follows him in.

Review:

Francis Scott Key, author of the U.S. National Anthem, is the perfect narrator for this book. He gives an account of how he came to be on a ship that witnessed the battle at Fort McHenry in 1814. His song describes the fight, and readers learn how he wrot --Children's Literature (CLCD)

About this edition

• Publisher: Picture Window Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1404822151
• ISBN 13: 9781404822153
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 24
• Illustrator: Matthew Thomas Skeens