“And America is old towns with old names, and new towns yet to be, that tell our history, then and now. It is a nation where fifty states meet, where we are all one.”
Beautifully illustrated by Stacey Schuett and poetically written by Louise Borden, America Is is a patriotic children’s book that examines America’s birth, its people, and its land. Borden exposes young children to the Pledge of Allegiance and the Star-Spangled Banner in this book. She gives a brief explanation of the symbols on the American flag. There is a map of the fifty states and illustrations of the various types of people that are called Americans. Children will learn that America began with its native people and now includes all the people that have later joined this great country.
Curriculum Connections
Children throughout grades K-3rd would enjoy this book. It is a good overview of geographical regions in the United States and touches on some economics with the mention of the various jobs that Americans hold. Children will sense the value we place on freedom here in the United States.
Specifically, this book is ideal for teaching recognition of the American flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, and that America is a country of diverse people groups united by common principles (Virginia SOL K.9, 1.11,1.12c, 2.12b).
Additional Resources
To further your study on America, listen to patriotic songs.
Check out the National Geographic website for kids to explore facts about the Statue of Liberty, Fourth of July, and other American things.
Use patriotic symbol coloring pages to make a book about America.
General Information
- Book: America is…
- Author: Louise Borden
- Illustrator: Stacey Schuett
- Publisher: Margaret K. McElderryBooks
- Publication Date: 2002
- Pages: 37
- Grade Range: K-3rd
- ISBN: 0-689-83900-6