Our National Anthem

by Norman Pearl, Matthew Skeens (Illustrator)

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781404822153
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	09/01/2006
Series:	American Symbols Series
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	9.00(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.38(d)
Lexile:	IG650L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 9 Years

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.

Table of Contents

What is a national anthem? — A song of freedom — Trying to free a friend — The attack on Fort McHenry — Putting the words on paper — A poem of pride — From poem to song — Becoming the national anthem.