The Star-Spangled Banner (Reading Rainbow Books)

The Star-Spangled Banner (Reading Rainbow Books)

<b>A book for every patriotic American kid! </b><br><br>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:<br><br>★ Illustrated lyrics<br>★ The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words<br>★ Musical notation<br>★ Historical images<br>★ A reproduction of Key's original manuscript<br><br>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.<br><br>★ A Bank Street Book of the Year<br>★ An <i>American Bookseller</i> Pick of the Lists<br><br>"Spier . . . is one of our finest creators of children's books alive."—<i>The New York Times Book Review</i><br><br>"Beautifully illustrated by the award-winning artist."—<i>Publishers Weekly</i>