Symbols of Freedom

Symbols are all around us, surrounding everyone each day with a wealth of meaning and history.

Symbols of Freedom, the first book in Gene and Bobbie Carnell's All American Series, shows us all the symbols that have come to represent American life, and the lessons one can gain from knowing them.

From the American Flag to the Washington Monument, this book uses classic American imagery to show children ages 5 - 10 the importance of loyalty, honesty, fairness, and love.

Each book in the All-American series teaches a timeless truth needed for all people to live respectfully and successfully. These books highlight qualities of life required for all generations and highlight the history and patriotism of the United States of America.

Written by Gene and Bobbie Carnell, who were on their way to Minnesota to see a new grandson when 9-11 happened--disrupting their plans but shattering many innocent lives. To help the healing process, they began to assume the roles of Uncle Sam and Aunt Samantha in costume--doing programs at schools, churches, civic clubs, festivals in 100 venues in six states, winning an award from Congress in 2002 for "invaluable service to the community."They are interested in instilling pride in our country and want to inspire and educate young people about our treasured past.

Gene and Bobbie Carnell, married 65 years, are both natives of Florida and now reside in North Carolina. On their way to Minnesota to see a new grandson, 9-11 happened-disrupting their plans but shattering many innocent lives. To help the healing process, they began to assume the roles of Uncle Sam and Aunt Samantha in costume-doing programs at schools, churches, civic clubs and festivals in 100 venues in six states. The Carnells were presented with an award from Congress in 2002 for "invaluable service to the community."