How do Americans know that government papers are real? If you see an eagle holding a shield, and a pyramid with an eye above it, the papers are no fakes. Listen to Benjamin Franklin as he talks about the birth of the Great Seal in 1782 and why its still so important to our country today. What sets these series titles apart from the many other books on the same topics is their simplicity. Each volume briefly explains the history and significance of its symbol. A guide, either a historical figure important in the development of the symbol o --School Library Journal Norman Pearl has written 10 childrens books. He writes on both science and social studies topics, usually while sitting under a palm tree, sipping lemonade. Norman lives in Miami, Florida, with his wife and son. They have a small, white, fluffy dog named Max, who thinks he's human. Used Book in Good Condition