The Bald Eagle

by Maria Nelson

Overview

If you watch the majestic American bald eagle fly above the treetops, it’s easy to see why it stands for freedom and strength in the United States. As the national emblem, it’s seen on government buildings and documents, and is often used to symbolize national pride. Readers learn how the American bald eagle came to be the national bird of the United States and the many ways its image is used. Full-color photographs of the American bald eagle highlight its fierce beauty. A timeline guides readers through its creation as a national symbol.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781482418668
Publisher:	Gareth Stevens Publishing
Publication date:	01/01/2015
Series:	Gareth Stevens Symbols of America Series
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 7.10(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

Table of Contents

Important Bird 4

The Great Seal 8

Choosing the Emblem 10

Flying Free 14

Often Seen 16

Protected 20

Glossary 22

For More Information 23

Index 24