The Flag We Love

A patriotic tribute to Old Glory, this moving picture book primer explores why the Stars and Stripes are an enduring part of our nation's proud history and American heritage, and a symbol of our democracy and freedom.

With patriotic verse and historical facts, The Flag We Love introduces children to our flag's earliest designs, its role in peace-time and war, and what the Star-Spangled Banner symbolizes to the American people.

The bold, rich illustrations by Ralph Masiello highlight significant points in history, as well as commonplace moments of American life, carefully capturing what our flag means to the people and ideals of the United States of America.

Our flag is our country's symbol
Of ideals that are meant to last
It's a promise for our future
A reminder of our past.

The many connotations
For which our banner stands
Reflect our country's best intentions
And the people of this land.Pam Muñoz Ryan is a native of California. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees at San Diego State University and she worked as a bilingual teacher and an early childhood administrator before dedicating herself full-time to writing. She wrote her first book at the age of 32 at the encouragement of a friend. She has written many picture books for young children and novels for older students. Pam lives in California with her husband and four children. She often speaks at schools and conferences about writing and literacy.