La Campana de la Libertad (The Liberty Bell)

Do you know why there are thirteen stripes and fifty stars on the American flag? Or how the American flag inspired Francis Scott Key to write "The Star Spangled Banner?" Find out the answers to these questions and more in The American Flag.

Consolidates the Student's Book lessons with targeted practice, unit by unit Additional practice of reading, writing, speaking, listening and use of English skills Extensive grammar and vocabulary practice Complete practice exam in Unit 10 Designed for independent study at home and practice in class Audio for listening lessons available on the Student's App

Este libro es la bienvenida a la sociedad de los pequeños ciudadanos. Con él podrán descubrir cómo funciona nuestro país, cuáles son los mecanismos y su rol en la sociedad. Será su primer acercamiento al Congreso, los Tribunales de Justicia y La Moneda. En Yo, ciudadano, niños y jóvenes comprenderán su rol en la sociedad como seres cívicos y políticos. Aprenderán de política y a debatir en torno a las causas que les parezcan justas. ¡Podrán entender el mundo, la sociedad y nuestra historia a fin de ser los mejores ciudadanos del siglo XXI!

It was September 14, 1814, and America and Great Britain were at war. Frances Scott Key watched from the deck of a British ship, where he was being held captive, as cannons exploded around them. After 25 hours, the fighting ceased and Key peered through the clearing smoke, looking for some sign as to the outcome of the battle. Was the American flag still flying? His wartime experience inspired Key to write a poem, which was later set to music and became America’s national anthem. This book tells the story of the inspiration behind our national anthem, which helped transform the flag into a...

The author/poet imagines all of the things a child can do, and then speculates on the many vocations the child has the option of choosing.