Memorial Day |
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| Author:
| Margaret, Amy |
| Series title: | The Library of Holidays Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-60853-715-0 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2009 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | PowerKids Press |
| Book Format: | Mixed media product |
| List Price: | USD $42.50 |
Book Description:
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Memorial Day is a day to honor the men and women of the military who died fighting for our country. In this book, students will learn about the first Memorial Day in 1868, find out the meaning of the stars and stripes on the American flag, and discover why there are only three servicemen buried at the four burial spots at Arlington National Cemetery. They will come away with a new understanding of the traditions behind this heartfelt holiday.
Memorial Day is a day to honor the men and women of the military who died fighting for our country. In this book, students will learn about the first Memorial Day in 1868, find out the meaning of the stars and stripes on the American flag, and discover why there are only three servicemen buried at the four burial spots at Arlington National Cemetery. They will come away with a new understanding of the traditions behind this heartfelt holiday.