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Still There at Dawn
An illustrated American history book for young readers about the flag that inspired the national anthem. Follow the work of flag maker Mary Pickersgill and the question of what would remain at dawn.
Inside the preview: The story opening, Mary Pickersgill at work, and a Pause and Think activity about quiet courage.
By Tad Steckler
Reader guide
- For
- Recommended ages 6–10
- How to use it
- Read with a parent or trusted grown-up
- This book
- Illustrated history
From the book to your conversation
Notice the people behind the flag.
The preview moves from the story’s opening to Mary Pickersgill at work, then to a Pause and Think activity about quiet courage. Use those pages to connect the historical story with a question children can consider today.
See the quiet-courage activity ↗Take a look inside.
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