Washoe County Library System

We see all sorts of flags every day. But why do we have them, and what are they for? In a book at once playful and thought provoking, Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka illustrates Marvin Bell's "A Primer about the Flag," a short poem that raises as many questions as it does flags. Whether brandishing flags that spell out an entire maritime alphabet or little flags that pop out of a gun and say BANG, whether displaying bed-and-breakfast banners or flags...

Explains how flags have been used throughout history to represent cultures, including the colonial era, the Revolutionary War, and the War of 1812.

"Introduces young readers to primary sources related to the U.S. flag"--

Traces the life and accomplishments of the notable seamstress, who is credited for designing the original flag of the United States of America.

Traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom and democracy, the flag, from its conception and design to the modern-day conflict over flag burning.

A biography of the Philadelphia seamstress who helped design and make the first flag to represent the United States of America.

Brief introduction to the life and accomplishments of American patriot Betsy Ross, credited with making the first American flag.