Symbols of America: Set 2

People around the world know the White House is where the U.S. president lives by just looking at a picture of it. To Americans, images of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Mount Rushmore are equally recognizable and meaningful. But who is Uncle Sam?and why does he stand for America? In this series, readers explore the history of well-known American landmarks, images, and places. Questions about why the Washington Monument is more than one color and who is on Mount Rushmore are answered in age-appropriate detail, complemented by present-day and historical photographs.
? Concluding timelines helps readers review what they've read
? Historical context supports the social studies curriculum
? Expanded lists of symbols encourages readers to consider history in the world around them