{"product_id":"a-star-spangled-story-the-night-the-flag-wouldnt-fall","title":"A Star-Spangled Story - \"The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall\"","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eRockets blazed. Cannons roared. And through a night of fiery battle, one giant flag stood tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn September 1814, as British warships unleashed a fierce bombardment on Baltimore Harbor, young lawyer Francis Scott Key was stranded aboard an enemy vessel unable to fight, unable to leave, and capable only of waiting. All through the dark, smoke-filled night, he watched the sky light up with rocket fire, wondering if Fort McHenry would hold or surrender.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eA Star-Spangled Story: The Night the Flag Wouldn't Fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings to life the dramatic true history behind The Star-Spangled Banner for young readers. Perfect for children ages 7–12, this gripping picture book blends thrilling narrative with rich historical detail, teaching powerful lessons of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ecourage, hope, and perseverance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eInside this book, young historians will discover:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe True Story of Fort McHenry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Experience the heart-pounding Battle of Baltimore through vivid storytelling and historical accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eThe Birth of an Anthem:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow Francis Scott Key’s incredible journey from anxious witness to poet of a young nation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eStunning Artwork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full-color, detailed illustrations featuring the iconic 1814 Garrison Flag and historic naval vessels.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\"Behind the Story\" History Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fascinating facts, timelines, and context that deepen learning for elementary and middle school students.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eInteractive Learning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engaging activities and discussion questions that encourage kids and families to explore American history together.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether read aloud at home, shared in the classroom, or added to a homeschool history curriculum, share the unforgettable story of the night America's flag refused to fall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Star-Spangled Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43749270192163,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/9616\/9763\/files\/Screenshot2026-08-17151132.png?v=1787004742","url":"https:\/\/starspangledbookcompany.com\/products\/a-star-spangled-story-the-night-the-flag-wouldnt-fall","provider":"Star-Spangled Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}