This booklist was contributed by Appleton Public Library Children's Services Staff, 6/08
Apple Pie 4th of July(2002)A Chinese American child fears that the food her parents are preparing to sell on the Fourth of July will not be eaten.
Celebration(1997)Grandmother, aunts and uncles, and assorted cousins gather for the annual picnic in Maggie's backyard, complete with good food and family fun.
Eloise and the Big Parade(2007)Eloise and Nanny go to a large Fourth of July parade.
Fourth of July Bear(1991)Spending summer vacation on a Maine island, Rebecca misses her best friend Emily until she meets Amanda, who invites Rebecca to be in the Fourth of July parade.
Fourth of July Mice(2004)Four energetic mice enjoy a parade and other festivities on Independence Day.
A Fourth of July on the Plains(1997)Young Jesse and his family are with a wagon train traveling from Indiana to Oregon when they stop to celebrate the Fourth of July, but Jesse is too young to go hunting with the men so he comes up with his own contribution to the festivities.
The Great Cake Bake(2005)When her town hosts a Fourth of July cake competition, Donna Rae tries to bake the best cake ever, but with every patriotic confection she makes, something goes wrong.
Happy 4th of July, Jenny Sweeney(2003)Town residents prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July with food, a parade, and fireworks.
Happy Birthday America(2000)Joined by an army of aunts, uncles, and cousins, eight-year-old Kay and her family celebrate the Fourth of July.
Happy Birthday, America(2002)The whole family joins in a lively small-town celebration of Independence Day, including a parade, a picnic, music, and fireworks. An author's note explains the origin of the celebration of July 4th.
Hats Off for the Fourth of July(2000)Spectators wait to see what will come next as the watch the town's Fourth of July parade.
Hooray for the 4th of July(2007)Illustrations and simple rhyming text describe the fun of a Fourth of July parade.
Jake Johnson: the Story of a Mule(1999)Farmer Puckett's custom of hauling a wagonload of fireworks to the fairgrounds for the Independence Day Social is endangered when his stubborn new mule Jake Johnson refuses to move.
Let's Go Dear Dragon(1985)A boy and his pet dragon celebrate the Fourth of July by going to the beach, having a picnic, and watching the fireworks.
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Jellybeans(2004)Claire learns from Ben Franklin and the founding fathers that the Fourth of July is more than fireworks--it's the celebration of our basic freedoms.
Looking for Uncle Louie on the Fourth of July(2005)A boy gets a big surprise when the low riders take part in the Independence Day parade.
On the Day the Tall Ships Sailed(2000)As the tall ships sail into New York Harbor to celebrate the Fourth of July, a bald eagle soars in the sky overhead, a regal symbol with shining armor and eyes like canary diamonds.
Corduroy's 4th of July(2007)Corduroy and his friends celebrate the Fourth of July by having a picnic, marching in a parade, and watching fireworks. On board pages.
The Story of America's Birthday(2000)Simple text explains why we celebrate the Fourth of July as America's birthday.
The Fourth of July(2003)
The Fourth of July(2004)Taxation without representation -- A nation is born -- The American dream.
Fourth of July(2006)
Fourth of July Fireworks(2000)Briefly explains the significance of the Fourth of July holiday, describes the origin and meaning of its celebration with fireworks, and discusses the making and safety aspects of fireworks.
Happy 4th of July(2008)
Independence Day(2003)A brief introduction to the history of Independence Day and how and why it is celebrated.
Independence Day(2006)Happy birthday, America! -- Fighting for freedom -- Saying it in writing -- A grand birthday party -- Flags, parades, and music -- A day in the park -- Some favorite songs.
Let's Get Ready for Independence Day(2003)A young girl explains the meaning of Independence Day and describes how she and her family celebrate the Fourth of July.
Star Spangled Crafts(2003)Provides instructions for creating a variety of crafts with patriotic themes, including a firecracker lapel pin, flag mosaic, American eagle magnet, fireworks trinket box, Liberty Bell favors, and more.
Holiday Piggyback Songs(1998)
Holiday Songs for All Occasions(1978)Happy birthday America (Independence Day)
Independence Day(2004)The spirit of 1776 comes alive as children learn about the signing of the Declaration of Independence and witness the events preceding it. Children discover why America celebrates the Fourth of July through footage of immigrants arriving at Ellis Island and an introduction of the ideas of liberty and freedom.
Liberty's Kids. The First 4th of July(2004)Set in late 18th-century America and seen through the eyes of two teenage apprentices, Sarah Phillips and James Hiller work in Benjamin Franklin's print shop and discover first-hand the great adventures of the American Revolution.
National Observances(2004)Learn about America's history through the use of graphics and animations, live-action portrayals of historic figures and stories told from a child's point of view. Topics featured in this video include Veterans' Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Election Day and Voting, and Independence Day.
Yankee Doodle Dandy(2004)Yankee Doodle boy -- America's heroes -- Home on the range -- I've been working on the railroad -- Oh, Susanna -- Deep in the heart of Texas -- There's a hole in my bucket -- Turkey in the straw -- If I had a hammer -- You're a grand old flag -- Living in the USA.