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The Rocket Book
Posted in Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain on September 28, 2011
When Fritz, the Janitor’s bad kid, Went snooping in the basement, He found a rocket snugly hid Beneath the window casement. He struck a match with one fell swoop; Then, on the concrete kneeling, He lit the rocket and—she—oop! It shot up through the ceiling. The Rocket Book, published in 1912, is a wonderful little Read More »
Denslow’s Picture Books for Children
Posted in Kindergarten, Lower Elementary, Preschool, Public Domain, Reading on September 28, 2011
W.W. Denslow may be most famous for his illustrations in the Wizard of Oz books, but these three picture books are just as high quality and fun to read with little ones. With vibrant colors and classic stories, you could use these books to make lapbooks, notebooking pages, and other fun printables. Use the rhymes Read More »
Father Goose Picture Book
Posted in Public Domain on September 28, 2011
You’ve heard of Mother Goose, but have you ever heard of Father Goose? This brilliant tongue-in-cheek book is written by L. Frank Baum (author of the Wizard of Oz books). The illustrations are done by none other than W. W. Denslow! The rhymes are admittedly cheesy, and it is no wonder this book didn’t rise Read More »
Practical Home Economics
Posted in College Prep, High School, Home Economics, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on September 27, 2011
If you’re looking to teach your son or daughter about how to care for a household, there are lots of resources for free online and in the public domain. Warning: At least some of the information in these home economics books will be outdated. If anything, some of the descriptions of how to use old appliances Read More »
The Video Math Tutor
Posted in College Prep, Free Use, High School, Math, Middle School, Upper Elementary on September 27, 2011
The Video Math Tutor website is a great resource for older kids that are interested in eventually studying higher math. Mr. Ast has series on Basic Math, Algebra, Hints & Tips, Brain Teasers, Calculator Tips, and more. The description from the website: This site is intended to help students from seventh grade through college. Teachers, Read More »
