Provides facts about eight symbols of the United States, as well as step-by-step instructions for drawing cartoons of each one. What comes to mind when you see a bald eagle, Uncle Sam, or the Statue of Liberty? The United States of America, of course! From this book, kids will learn the history, whereabouts, and vital stats of eight U.S. symbols and landmarks, and what each stands for in the United States. America's symbols become meaningful and memorable...

Discusses the patriotic symbols and heroes of the American people and their use in past and present art and craft objects.

This book contains: a detailed chronological summary of the artist's life and work, covering the cultural and historical importance of the artist, approximately 100 color illustrations with explanatory captions, and a concise biography.--Publisher's description.