About This Book
When your child asks about the Statue of Liberty or you are exploring what freedom means as a family, this book provides a rich, narrative answer. It tells the complete story of the famous statue, from its conception as a gift from France to the immense challenges of its construction and its eventual place as a symbol of hope for immigrants. Through lyrical prose and historical quotes, the book explores themes of international friendship, perseverance, and the meaning of liberty. It is an ideal nonfiction choice for early elementary readers, turning a historical account into a compelling and emotionally resonant story of a big idea made real.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with historical concepts of freedom and oppression. It briefly mentions the Civil War and slavery as the impetus for the statue. It also references poverty and hardship through the words of Lazarus's poem (“huddled masses,” “wretched refuse”). The approach is historical, direct, and framed within a context of hope and progress. The resolution is entirely hopeful, celebrating the statue as a beacon of liberty.
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