A Primer About the Flag

(Hardback)

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What is a flag Noted poet Marvin Bell and award-winning illustrator Chris Raschka offer a whimsical investigation.

We see all sorts of flags every day. But why do we have them, and what are they for In a book at once playful and thought provoking, Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka illustrates Marvin Bells "A Primer about the Flag," a short poem that raises as many questions as it does flags. Whether brandishing flags that spell out an entire maritime alphabet or little flags that pop out of a gun and say BANG, whether displaying bed-and-breakfast banners or flags on the moon, here is an exploration that may inspire children who are creating their own flags, along with poetry fans and inquisitive minds of all ages.

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Raise the banner highthis picture book is a triumph
Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Author Bio

Marvin Bellis the author of more than sixteen books of poetry and has won numerous awards, including Guggenheim, Fulbright, and NEA fellowships. In 2000 he was named the first Poet Laureate for the state of Iowa. He lives in Port Townsend, Washington, and Iowa City.

Chris Raschkais a Caldecott Medalwinning illustrator of many books for children, includingI Pledge Allegianceby Bill Martin, Jr., and Michael Sampson; Dylan ThomassA Childs Christmas in Wales; The Grasshoppers Songby Nikki Giovanni; andA Poke in the I, A Kick in the Head,andA Foot in the Mouth,all by Paul B. Janeczko. Chris Raschka lives in New York City.