The ABC of Aviation
Posted in College Prep, High School, Hobbies and Crafts, Middle School, Public Domain, Science, Technology on October 20, 2011
The study of flight is one of the most intriguing in the world. For man to overcome his natural state and be able to glide through the air is certainly a great feat. This book, downloadable from Google here, is a basic course in aviation circa 1918 that will go along nicely with science and history. Read More »
Stories of Christopher Columbus
Posted in American History, College Prep, High School, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary, Western Civilization on October 10, 2011
The story of Christopher Columbus is one of the most repeated tales in American history books. However, many times the details are wrong, or assumptions are made about the man and his motives. To fully understand Columbus and his voyages, we must understand the culture in which he lived. Christianity was the dominating philosophy throughout 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 Warning: At least some of the information in these home economics books will be outdated.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 »
Scouting for Boys
Posted in College Prep, High School, Hobbies and Crafts, Middle School, Public Domain, Scouting And Survival, Upper Elementary on September 27, 2011
Scouting and survival skills seem to be a natural interest of boys. They have a thirst for knowledge about how to hunt, fish, camp, and otherwise be in the wild. But scouting and survival isn’t just for men and boys. The skills and techniques in these resources can be fun for the whole family to Read More »
