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Historians say that the sculptor, fredericauguste bartholdi, used his mother as the model for the statue s face and his wife as the model for the arms. Lady liberty soon became a symbol of hope for immigrants in search of a better life. Now the nearly 4 million people who visit the statue each year can learn more about the landmark. The statue of liberty by marion dane bauer scholastic. The statue of liberty, a powerful symbol of freedom, was the first glimpse of america for millions of immigrants. Includes a letter to the family, text questions, a story page, and an answer key.
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It was shipped to the united states in about 350 pieces. The statue of liberty rookie readabout american symbols herrington, lisa m. You wouldnt want to be a worker on the statue of liberty. The statue s torch has lit the way to freedom for generations of americans. Scholastic teachablesworksheets, lesson plans, learning games, and more. The monument is reached by a short ferry ride from battery park, at the southern tip of manhattan island. Learn more about her with the interactive hunt, below. This book uses easytoread text to introduce the statue of liberty as an american symbol of freedom. Give me your tired, your poor your huddled masses yearning to breathe free who wrote these words. Find out all about the inspiration for the statue, the process of its construction, and its journey to new york city. The statue of liberty scholastic library publishing. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent childrens books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of good books. Watch the stars come out by riki levinson and diane goode.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper, or on the reproducible provided by your teacher. The thing which appears to be a book is not a book its a tablet, also known as a tabula ansata a tablet evoking the law. Statue of liberty national monument includes the statue on liberty island in new york harbor as well as the former immigration center on nearby ellis island, encompassing a total area of 24 ha 58 acres. American symbols by janice behrens 2009, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Scholastic news nonfiction readers paperback march 1, 2009 by janice behrens author visit amazons janice behrens page. Statue of liberty, the scholastic library publishing.
Download printable lesson plans, reading passages, games and puzzles, clip art, bulletin board ideas, and skills sheets for kids in. The statue was a gift of friendship from france in 1886. The statue of liberty museum opened this spring on liberty island in new york harbor. This book gives a fascinating account of the history of the statue of liberty, from the original idea at a french dinner party to its most recent renovation. For many years the statue of liberty was the first american sight for many immigrants. Youve probably never seen the statue of liberty like this before. In this powerfully moving, authentic portrait of the statue of liberty, told through the eyes of those who created her.
One of a few immigration books that students can read independently. Youll want to read several about the symbol of freedom. The statue of liberty welcome books series by lloyd g. The magic school bus builds the statue of liberty scholastic reader, level 2 anne capeci on. The monument was established in 1924, when liberty island was known as bedloes island. American history series allows readers to experience the earliest moments in american history and to discover how these moments helped shape the country that it is today. In 1876, france decided to give the united states a very special present for its 100th birthday. Follow along with words on screen to learn fun facts about americas statue of liberty.
Statue of liberty scholastic scholastic books for kids. Formerly known as scholastic printables, we offer printable activities for any subject. Originally a gift from france to celebrate our shared national struggles for liberty, the statue, thanks to emmas poem. The story of the statue of liberty by betsey maestro and guilio maestro an outstanding picture book on the statue of liberty.
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In this book readers will learn the fascinating story behind the statue s creation. You can explore all of it at the new statue of liberty museum that opened on liberty island in may. The statue of liberty by kent, deborah scholastic, 2012. Inspiring true facts that will shock and amaze you. Includes a fillin fact finder graphic organizer so that kids can report what they learn. Join scholastic and the library of congress for dav pilkey at home. The statue of liberty stepintoreading, step 2 paperback july 10, 1995 by lucille recht penner author visit amazons lucille recht penner page. Scholastic news nonfiction readersamerican symbols.
Text and photographs provide an introduction to the statue of liberty, discussing what it stands for, where it is located, its construction, and what it. Tours sell out quickly to the statue of liberty and ellis island, so reserve your tickets now and avoid long lines. Read on to find out how she came to stand in new york harbor. This video was recorded with permission from scholastic books. In 1883, emma lazarus, deeply moved by an influx of immigrants from eastern europe, wrote a sonnet that was to give voice to the statue of liberty. The statue of liberty is one of the tallest statues in the world. Ferry service to both liberty and ellis island is the only way to get there. The statue of liberty christian books, bibles, gifts. Describes the creation of the huge statue given by france to the united states. The story of the statue of liberty by betsy maestrogiulio. This book examines the history and power of one of the united states most enduring monuments. Statue of liberty tickets, ellis island tickets, statue of.
Scholastic news nonfiction readers ser what is the. The text introduces american symbols and explains why they represent america. This true book features plenty of photos and helpful visuals. Liberty statue of scholastic lynn curlee paperback book ebay. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
Visit the statue of liberty national monument and ellis island immigration museum. Digital storybook the story of the statue of liberty. In liberty, the blackandwhite photo of the plaque at the base of the statue of liberty with the sonnet the new colossus will. Explore the history of the statue of liberty, discusses where the statue came from, who designed it, and its significance in american culture and history. In this book readers will learn the fascinating story behind the statue s. The true story of how the 111foottall lady took her place in new york harbor and her dedication in 1886 is sure to fascinate young readers.
Discover new activities, videos, readalouds, and so much more. The statue of liberty national monument scholastic. The statue of liberty by kent, deborah scholastic, 2012 paperback paperbac. The island was renamed in 1956 by an act of congress. Standing at the entrance to new york harbor, the statue of liberty welcomed millions of immigrants to the united states early in the twentieth century. Liberty holds a torch in her right hand and a tablet in her left.
At over 300 feet tall, the statue of liberty is a towering symbol of hope. Shining like a beacon in new york harbor, lady liberty represents freedom to. Reading homework this sendhome passage about the statue of liberty helps kids learn to use text features and search tools to locate information relevant to a given topic efficiently. In this powerfully moving, authentic portrait of the statue of liberty, told through the eyes of those who created her, rappaports historically accurate, poetic vignettes and tavaress magnificent images remind us of the true origins of a national symbol. Series information emergent readers will discover the history and heritage of american symbols, such as the u. The exterior copper shell, in the form of a classical, draped female figure carrying a. The magic school bus builds the statue of liberty scholastic. Frizzle and her class are going to visit the statue of liberty, but the magic school bus takes them back in time and the class gets to see how the statue was made. The tablet shows the inscription july iv mdcclxxvijuly 4. This photo was taken in 1886, not long after americas most famous lady arrived on liberty island in new york harbor. Picture books board books chapter books acorn branches graphix licensed graphic novels. Harris reading aloud the story of the statue of liberty. The illustrative choices for flag are better, but readers may wonder who that astronaut is on the moon with the american flag. In this book readers will learn the fascinating story behind the statues creation.
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