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1) Liberty Bell
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Located in Philadelphia, learn about the significance of the Liberty Bell, its historic past, and why it is a great symbol of the United States of America.
2) Liberty Bell
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In Liberty Bell, young readers will explore this American symbol and learn about its historic significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important artifact.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand items associated with the Liberty Bell, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Liberty Bell online using our safe search engine...
3) Liberty Bell
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The Liberty Bell is a symbol of freedom across the United States and around the
world. The bell was made to hang from the steeple of the Pennsylvania State House,
now known as Independence Hall, in Phildelphia. Find out more in Liberty Bell, one of the titles in the Icons of America series.
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It would surprise many to learn that this symbol of the American Revolution was actually originally from England. Discover fun facts about the bell in this accessible non-fiction reader. The very simple photo glossary, index, and table of contents are a great introduction to key book features.
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In The Liberty Bell: Saving the Sound of Freedom, the Mickley family realizes that they might be the only ones that can save the important Old State House Bell as they run from the British. Though they risk their lives and must leave most of their belongings behind, they know that they have an important job to do. Based on actual events, this story brings the importance of the Liberty Bell to life.
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Do you know when the Liberty Bell was rung for the last time? Or why it has a huge crack? Join Mr. Chen's class as they take a field trip to find out the facts about this important US symbol. Ranger Marcela explains who made the Liberty Bell, what words appear on it, and how it got its name.
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Eleven-year-old Johnny Mickley longed to be a hero and have some part in helping America gain its independence. The British Army was just miles away from colonial Philadelphia, planning to invade the city and melt down all of its famous bells for cannons. The colonists were worried, they had to save the bells, especially Old Independence, now called the Liberty Bell. They finally came up with a plan – and Johnny got to help! But would it be enough...
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By acting out this story, students will bring the history of the American Revolution to life! Readers will learn how brave citizens of Philadelphia saved the iconic Liberty Bell during the British invasion. This Reader's Theater script features roles written to match multiple reading levels. Teachers can assign specific roles to their readers based on each student's current reading level, allowing all students to get involved in the same activity...
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From the British surrender in Yorktown to the Civil War to Women's Suffrage and the fight for Civil Rights, one powerful witness to American history played an important role. Discover why the old cracked bell in Philadelphia is still one of our nation's most-loved symbols.
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The Liberty Bell Files: J Edgar's Demons is a work of fiction...seriously. Neither the Liberty Bell Project nor "the Files," nor The Special Projects Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation ever existed. Can you imagine the FBI investigating a guy who didn't want to pay sales tax on a cup of coffee? Or a guy who somebody thought wrote a story disrespectful to the Japanese? Or a prostitute calling herself Karla Marx, who advocated revolution...
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The Liberty Bell has been a symbol of America's independence even before the United States was formed. However, the bell rang for the last time for George Washington's birthday in 1846. With this informative book, readers learn why and how the Liberty Bell was made, how it cracked, and how it received its name. Historical photographs and a timeline help readers understand the importance of the Liberty Bell.
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In Liberty Bell, readers will explore the meaning behind this iconic symbol of American independence, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This 16-page book uses colorful images and informative text to explain the history and symbolism of the bell in American culture. The Visiting U.S. Symbols series for prekindergarten through grade 2 introduces young readers to important U.S. symbols and their locations, while also exploring the history and significance...
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In Liberty Bell, young readers will explore this American symbol and learn about its historic significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important artifact.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand items associated with the Liberty Bell, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Liberty Bell online using our safe search engine...
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From the birthplace of America to Revolutionary War sites to significant modern day memorials. Discover America's rich beginning in historic Pennsylvania. "We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal..." Featured parks include: Independence Hall National Historical Park & UNESCO World Heritage Site, Liberty Bell, Gettysburg National Military Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park, Flight 93 National Memorial, Johnstown...
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English
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It would surprise many to learn that this symbol of the American Revolution was actually originally from England. Discover fun facts about the bell in this accessible non-fiction reader. The very simple photo-glossary, index, and table of contents are a great introduction to key book features. A great resource for bilingual speakers, Spanish speakers learning English, and English speakers learning Spanish.
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In The Liberty Bell: Saving the Sound of Freedom, the Mickley family realizes that they might be the only ones that can save the important Old State House Bell as they run from the British. Though they risk their lives and must leave most of their belongings behind, they know that they have an important job to do. Based on actual events, this story brings the importance of the Liberty Bell to life.
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