I pledge allegiance by Bill Martin Jr and Michael Sampson and illustrated by Chris Raschka, published in 2002 was the recipient of An American Library Association Notable Children's Book, A Chicago Public Library Best Book for Children and Teens, and A Children's Literature Choice List Title.
"Finally, here's a picture book that helps young children move beyond rote recitation of the Pledge to find meaning in its language...This is the book parents and teachers have been waiting for." -Booklist (starred review)
"[An] engaging, informative book...Perfect for primary-grade children as they learn to recite the oath." - School Library Journal (starred review)
Across America I Love You by Christine Loomis and illustrated by Kate Kiesler, published in 2000 will take the reader across America with Kiesler's paintings that show the natural landscapes!
The Starry, Stripy Blanket by Ellen Kirk and illustrated by Jill Newton, published in 2002 from front book jacket, "In a series of wondrous incidents, a boy and a girl trap stars in a jar, gather cloud fluff, chase down a rainbow, and mix them with the deep blue of the night sky until...they have all the ingredients to make a starry, stripy blanket to keep them safe and warm."