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Quicklinks
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Websites to visit
Website 1
Match each country with its flag in an online game. (Click on "Launch".)
Website 2
Test your knowledge of European flags with a matching game. (Select "European Flags" then click on "Start Game!")
Website 3
The Internet's largest site devoted to the study of flags. (For flags to print out and shade in, scroll down and click on "Colouring Book" under Useful and Interesting Flag Links.)
Website 4
An A to Z of flags of the world. (Click on a flag to see a larger image and find country information.)
Website 5
Design and print out your own flag.
Website 6
The story of the United Kingdom and the British flag.
Website 7
See a picture of the royal flag of Queen Elizabeth II. (Scroll down to see the flag and fun facts.)
Website 8
Find out about the American flag that inspired the American national anthem. (To see the flag close up, scroll down and click on "Go" under Explore.)
Website 9
See examples of pirate flags.
Website 10
Find out about a different flag every day.
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About this book
Spotter's Guides
Spotter's Guides: Flags
- Full-colour illustrations of the flags of all the countries in the world, plus institutions such as the UN.
- Each illustration is accompanied by a short description and essential details.
- Internet links to recommended websites to find out more about flags and countries.
- A classic Usborne series reissued using the latest reproduction technology for accuracy of colour and detail.
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