A Star-Spangled Story

The true story behind The Star-Spangled Banner

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A Star-Spangled Story

The true story behind The Star-Spangled Banner

Bring American history to life with this series about the night Francis Scott Key witnessed the Battle of Fort McHenry and penned the words to the National Anthem. Ideal for ages 7–12.

Cover of A Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall — Special Edition

A Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall — Special Edition

Ages 8–12

The Special Edition of the beloved original — now with character guides Henry & Finn, fascinating "Did You Know?" facts, and bonus coloring pages! On September 13, 1814, British ships attacked Fort McHenry. Bombs exploded. Rockets streaked through the darkness. And from a ship in the harbor, Francis Scott Key watched and waited. Would the flag still be flying at dawn? A richer, more adventurous way to explore the incredible true story behind "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Cover of A Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall

A Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall

Ages 7–12

Rockets blazed. Cannons roared. Through a night of fiery battle, one giant flag stood tall. Follow Francis Scott Key's incredible journey from anxious witness to poet of a young nation — the true story behind The Star-Spangled Banner.

Cover of A Star-Spangled Story: The Words, The Flag, The National Anthem

A Star-Spangled Story: The Words, The Flag, The National Anthem

Ages 7–12

Your child may know the words to "The Star-Spangled Banner" — but do they know what those words actually mean? Travel back to 1814 and the Battle of Fort McHenry, where Francis Scott Key watched through a long night of rockets, bombs, and uncertainty. Then morning came — and the flag was still flying! A fun, colorful, and kid-friendly introduction to America's National Anthem and the true story behind it.