Kylie Jean Carter plans to sing in the annual Fourth of July Jubilee talent show.

Because her three sons are sick, Grandma drives the garbage truck on the Fourth of July, ending up with an award in the big parade.

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.

"You're invited to a glorious Fourth of July picnic where you'll learn all about sharing, the good things along with the bad." --

A young boy and his family celebrate his favorite day, Independence Day, by seeing a parade, having a picnic, watching a talent show, and enjoying fireworks. --

"Twins Astrid and Apollo are excited to be going to the Hmong July Fourth Soccer Festival, but when they are told to babysit their baby sister, Eliana, it looks like they will miss the particular match their father is interested in--especially as they cannot figure out what the "yummy milk" Eliana demands is, and are forced to spend their money on buying different treats to keep her from throwing a tantrum." --

When Rosie pretends to be a lovely singer, or a firecracker, or cat, her friends have fun even if they don't believe her.

Eloise and Nanny are going to a big parade!

Joined by an army of aunts, uncles, and cousins, eight-year-old Kay and her family celebrate the Fourth of July.

Henry has a fun-filled day celebrating the Fourth of July with his family and friends.