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Flags of the World [Hardcover]

Sylvie Bednar (Author)
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August 1, 2009 8 and up3 and up
In this complete compendium of the world’s flags, each nation’s flag is paired with facts and tidbits of history. These flags provide a window into the histories, values, and cultures of countries around the world.
 
Waving in the wind, a flag may not seem like a code. But hidden in the stripes, stars, suns, moons, and colors of the world’s flags are the keys to understanding different countries’ shared histories and cherished ideals.
 
Flags do much more than identify countries and groups of people. In every color, pattern, and design, the citizens and governments of countries announce their allegiances and herald their history. If you know what to look for, a flag can reveal major insights into another country’s history and culture.

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Grade 4 Up—Organized by continent, this book takes a close look at the artwork and meaning of each country's flag. A large color image of the flag is accompanied by entries about the state's capital, currency, official language, area, and highest geographical point. More than 100 captioned illustrations add fascinating facts as well. Readers will be exposed to a wide variety of information ranging from the smallest entity (Vatican City at 0.2 square miles) to the oldest flag (Denmark's, established in 1625), and from the origin of the Papua New Guinea flag (designed by a 15-year-old contest winner) to the only country to have a solid-color flag with no other design (Libya). The consistent layout of the book and its accessible information will create an ease of both student use and comprehension. An ideal source for geography lessons and related projects.—Beth McGuire, Fannett-Metal School District, Willow Hill, PA
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About the Author

Sylvie Bednar is a designer and author who writes about her voyages through Australia, Iceland, and Mexico. Fascinated by the multicolored beauty of flags, she has extensively researched their meanings and developed a deep admiration for their symbolic power. She lives in France.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers; 1 edition (August 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 081098010X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0810980105
  • Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.5 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #74,653 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A fine 'must have' for any reference section strong in world geography and cultures, November 16, 2009
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While this is under Abrams' children's label, FLAGS OF THE WORLD is reviewed here for its attraction to any reference library and to all ages. It reviews colors, patterns, designs and evolutions of flags around the world, offering a survey of each nation's flag and its history. A fine 'must have' for any reference section strong in world geography and cultures.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars great little book!, April 8, 2011
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I bought this book (along with several others) to give my kiddos some fun games to play on the weekends rather than just wasting their brains in front of the tube. Well done, beautiful binding... colorful... it's everything i expected.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Jmom, October 5, 2011
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My daughter really enjoysthumbing through this book. There is a lot of information and it is presented with eye appeal.
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