Flag Day
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012

Flag Day

Written by Robert Walker

Part of the Celebrations in My World series

Discover the origins of Flag Day and its enduring legacy.

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32 pages· NC910L
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Explore the rich history behind June 14, a day marking the adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777. Dive into the traditions that began with President Wilson's 1916 proclamation, and uncover why Massachusetts hosts grand parades. Learn about the dual celebration of the 'Army Birthday' and how these events shaped national pride. What stories lie behind the stars and stripes?

From the publisher

June 14 commemorates the adoption of the United States flag in 1777, one year after federation. The day was established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916 and is recognized through much of the United States as a state holiday. Massachusetts still celebrates with a large parade. Readers will learn the history of the adoption of the United States flag and the ‘Army Birthday’, also celebrated on this day.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NC910L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.6
F&P level
~V
Scholastic level
L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
156335
Publication
Published
May 15, 2012
First published
January 1, 2012
Publisher
Crabtree Classics
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780778740872
LCCN
2012004071

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