The Story of the Statue of Liberty

Zusatztext "The text is very simple yet manages to convey all the major events in Liberty's creation. The full-color watercolors show amazing detail and are extremely rich." Informationen zum Autor Betsy Maestro  taught kindergarten and first grade for eleven years and earned a master's degree in elementary guidance. She has collaborated with her husband, Giulio, on more than forty-five books for young children, including The Story of the Statue of Liberty , A More Perfect Union: The Story of Our Constitution , an ALA Notable Book, as well as Delivery Van: Words for Town and Country  and All Aboard Overnight: A Book of Compound Words . She lives in Connecticut. Giulio Maestro is an author and artist who has illustrated more than 100 books for young readers, including Liberty or Death: The American Revolution: 1763-1783, which was co-written with his wife, Betsy Maestro, and What Do you Hear When Cows Sing: And Other Silly Riddles, which was co-written with his son, Marco Maestro. He lives with his wife, Betsy, in Old Lyme, Connecticut Klappentext "Written for the youngest audience...the text is very simple yet manages to convey all the major events in Liberty's creation....The full-color watercolors show amazing detail and are extremely rich."--Horn Book. Zusammenfassung "An outstanding picture book on the Status of Liberty. The exceptional drawings are visually delightful. A striking book." ( School Library Journal starred review) Here is a fascinating and comprehensive history of this beloved American landmark, from the first sketch to the final unveiling celebration. Since she was erected in New York Harbor in 1886, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions of immigrants to the New World, a beautiful symbol of hope and freedom. But the story really begins 15 years earlier, when the French sculptor Frédéric Bartholdi visited New York to plan the statue he would later present to the American people as a gift from France. This beautiful nonfiction picture book from the Maestros is perfect for sharing at home and in the elementary school classroom. Fitting for units on immigration, national parks, and American history. And perfect for sharing with any kids planning a visit to Ellis Island and/or the Statue of Liberty National Monument in New York harbor. ...

Product details

• Authors: Betsy Maestro, Betsy/ Maestro Maestro, Giulio Maestro
• Assisted by: Giulio Maestro (Illustration)
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 6 to 10
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 26.05.1989
• EAN: 9780688087463
• ISBN: 978-0-688-08746-3
• No. of pages: 48
• Dimensions: 229 mm x 279 mm x 3 mm
• Series: Rise and Shine
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Mankind; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories; JUVENILE NONFICTION: History / United States / 20th Century, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Activity Books / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION: History / United States / 19th Century, JUVENILE NONFICTION: History / United States / 21st Century, JUVENILE NONFICTION: History / United States / State & Local, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Curiosities & Wonders, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Art / History, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Art / Sculpture