{"product_id":"vintage-story-of-our-flag-devine-1960","title":"The Story of Our Flag by Louise Lawrence Devine 1960 Vintage Children’s Patriotic History Book","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eA bright vintage copy of \u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eThe Story of Our Flag\u003c\/strong\u003e by Louise Lawrence Devine, illustrated by Irma Wilde and published by Rand McNally in 1960.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eThis Tip-Top Elf Book tells the story of Betsy Ross, early American flags, and the 50-star flag in a simple, colorful way that makes it a sweet read-aloud for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eWith America’s 250th anniversary coming in July 2026, this is a timely little piece of patriotic Americana for homeschool shelves, classroom displays, collectors, or a grandparent read-aloud moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Story of Our Flag\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louise Lawrence Devine\u003cbr data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irma Wilde\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rand McNally \u0026amp; Company\u003cbr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eCopyright:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tip-Top Elf Book\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover \/ washable-style illustrated cover\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003cbr data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"childrens book collection\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-childrens-books-reading-vintage\"\u003eVintage Children’s Book, Patriotic History, Americana Picture Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e None \u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003ePage Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unnumbered\u003cbr data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 x 7 x 0.5 in\u003cbr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eOriginal Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29¢ printed on cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eBright illustrated cover and colorful interior pages. Cover shows vintage wear including corner bumps, edge rubbing, surface scuffs, small marks, and wear\/peeling near spine and corners. Interior pages show age toning and light handling wear but remain readable and display well. No page numbers. See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eCondition Grade Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal wear; clean and well preserved.\u003cbr data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light vintage wear; attractive and collectible.\u003cbr data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e∙ Good: Noticeable wear from age\/use but complete and readable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy wear, flaws, or fragility; best for display, reference, or restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2837\"\u003eThis 1960 Rand McNally children’s flag book has strong Americana appeal, especially with its Betsy Ross cover art, bold yellow boards, full-color illustrations, state map spread, and 50-star flag reference. A charming small-format patriotic book for July 4th displays, America 250 planning, homeschool history baskets, or vintage children’s book collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eBefore this quietly disappears, it’s a sweet little piece of mid-century patriotic storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"about reading vintage\"\u003eplease review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48546556215551,"sku":"I4–T4–1112","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/the-story-of-our-flag-rand-mcnally-1960-vintage-childrens-book.jpg?v=1779129363","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-story-of-our-flag-devine-1960","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}