America is turning 250 this summer! Happy Birthday to US! is the perfect picture book to get your little one excited about this historic milestone. Enter to win a copy autographed by award-winning author Sherry Ellis, plus a $50 Amazon gift card!
My Review:
Written in jolly rhymes and painted in patriotic colors, Happy Birthday to US! makes a lyrical introduction to Independence Day, celebrating freedom, valor, and patriotism.
A little boy born on July 4th is overjoyed by the way his birthday is celebrated every year by all the people in his home town - marching bands, parades, banners, balloons, flags, fireworks, and a lot more. When he finds out that the celebrations are not just for him, he takes great pride in sharing a birthday with America.
Through the eyes of a young child, this sweet story shows how the Fourth of July is typically celebrated in local communities composed of ordinary Americans. While feeling the joy and excitement about the special occasion, young readers learn about the significance of Independence Day, the role of the Founding Fathers, the Declaration of Independence and Lady Liberty. A brief history of the holiday is included in the back matter to help explain why the anniversary means so much to the whole nation.
The book's vibrant, vivacious artwork, coupled with the narrative's first person perspective, easily immerses readers in the festive atmosphere, deepening their love for the country. The paintings enrich the text with delightful details, such as adorable pets wearing celebratory costumes and cheerful children with diverse ethnic origins holding hands in a circle, all of which motivate young readers to join the celebration of liberty, unity, and community.
Cleverly crafted and charmingly illustrated, Happy Birthday to US! stands out as a timely read for young children in the days leading up to America's 250th birthday.
About the Book:
Ages: 4–7 | 52 Pages
Publisher: A 2 Z Press, LLC (2025) | ISBN: 978-1962101240
Celebrate the joy of sharing a birthday with America! In this charming, rhyming picture book, a young child believes the local parade and fireworks are all for him—until he discovers that everyone is celebrating something even bigger: Our nation’s Independence Day. With cheerful illustrations and a heartwarming message, Happy Birthday to US! introduces young readers to the history and meaning behind July 4th while capturing the excitement of summer, birthdays, and community pride. A delightful read-aloud for classrooms, family story times, and patriotic holidays, this book is a perfect way to celebrate America’s birthday!
Purchase links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop.org
About the Author:
Sherry Ellis is an award-winning author and professional musician who plays and teaches the violin, viola, and piano. When she is not writing or engaged in musical activities, she can be found doing household chores, hiking, or exploring the world. Ellis lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
To learn more, visit sherryellis.org. Follow on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, BlueSky, X/Twitter, Goodreads.
One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive a signed paperback copy of Happy Birthday to US! and a $50 Amazon gift card!
Four additional winners will each receive a signed paperback copy of Happy Birthday to US!
Giveaway ends 5/13. Open to US 18+ only. Please click on the picture below to submit your entries. Good luck!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sherry Ellis. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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