| The Story of the Statue of Liberty Contributor(s): Maestro, Betsy (Author), Maestro, Giulio (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0688087469 ISBN-13: 9780688087463 Publisher: HarperTrophy OUR PRICE: $7.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 1989 Annotation: The Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions of immigrants to America since 1886. But her story really began 15 years earlier, when the French sculptor Frederic Bartholdi visited New York to plan the statue he would later present to the American people as a gift from France. "Outstanding. The exceptional drawings are visually delightful. A striking book".--"School Library Journal", starred review. Full-color illustrations. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Topics - Emigration & Immigration - Juvenile Nonfiction | Art - Sculpture - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Symbols, Monuments, National Parks, Etc. |
| Dewey: 730.924 |
| LCCN: 85011324 |
| Lexile Measure: 740 |
| Series: Rise and Shine |
| Physical Information: 0.17" H x 8.94" W x 11.06" (0.52 lbs) 45 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century - Chronological Period - 20th Century - Locality - New York, N.Y. - Geographic Orientation - New York - Cultural Region - Mid-Atlantic - Cultural Region - Northeast U.S. |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 114752 Reading Level: 4.3 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |
Contributor Bio(s): Maestro, Betsy: - Betsy Maestro is the author of the "American Story" series, illustrated by her husband, Giulio. She has also written several other non-fiction picture books, including the Let's-Read-And-Find-Out science books How Do Apples Grow? and Why Do Leaves Change Color? The Maestros live in Old Lyme, Connecticut. Maestro, Giulio: -Giulio Maestro is the illustrator of over 100 children's books. He has also written his own books of word play and has co-authored two I Can Read Books with his son, Marco: What Do You Hear When Cows Sing, and Other Silly Riddles and Geese Find the Missing Piece: School Time Riddle Rhymes. The Maestros live in Old Lyme, CT. |