Betsy Ross Didn't Create the American Flag: Exposing Myths about U.S. Symbols (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781482457186)

Betsy Ross is repeatedly credited with creating the first US flag. Students often learn that when they're first studying American history. However, most historians agree that she probably didn't! In fact, Ross's grandson may have made up the story. After reading about this widespread American myth, readers will be eager to learn others. This valuable volume, full of fun fact boxes and beautiful images, exposes historical myths but also explains the facts behind them, making it an excellent resource for any social studies collection.

Author: Jill Keppeler
ISBN-10: 1482457180
ISBN-13: 9781482457186
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2016
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.70h x 8.70w x 0.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 187088 / Betsy Ross Didn't Create the American Flag: Exposing Myths about Us Symbols


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2017 pg. 106