Star-Spangled Banner
Star-Spangled Banner
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Star-Spangled Banner

Written by Peter Spier
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5 - 9
Reading age
48
Page count
590L
Lexile measure
May 27, 2014
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A book for every patriotic American kid! Never before has the riveting American saga of “The Star-Spangled Banner” been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes: ★ Illustrated lyrics★ The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words★ Musical notation★ Historical images★ A reproduction of Key’s original manuscript Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier’s magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthem’s turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flag’s significance in modern-day America. It’s a must-have for every American family’s library. ★ A Bank Street Book of the Year★ An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists “Spier . . . is one of our finest creators of children’s books alive.”–The New York Times Book Review “Beautifully illustrated by the award-winning artist.”–Publishers Weekly

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Americahistorymusic1800-18491850-1899military and warspatriotism

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780385376181
    Publication Date
    May 27, 2014
    Publisher
    Doubleday Books for Young Readers
    Page Count
    48
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    5 - 9 years
    Lexile® Level
    590L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~O
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.8

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