Adventure Tales by Edward Sylvester Ellis
Posted in American History, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Reading, Upper Elementary on May 23, 2013
Edward Sylvester Ellis – Dime Novel Author The son of a famous hunter, Edward was a school teacher, journalist, and prolific author during the last part of the 1800′s. His works are immeasurable because he wrote under various pseudonyms and pen names. Most of his books and articles were adventure stories for boys and historical biographies. He Read More »
Hansel and Grethel: And Other Stories
Posted in Literature, Lower Elementary, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on May 23, 2013
We grew up hearing about Hansel & Grethel, The Bremen Town Musicians, and The Frog Prince. Read these classics, plus 27 more tales written by the Grimm brothers. Download Hansel & Grethel and Other Stories from archive.org.
Camping on the St. Lawrence
Posted in American History, Literature, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on May 20, 2013
In this story I have endeavored to take my young readers to one of our noblest rivers, and not only to make them share in the stirring experiences which are to be had on its waters, but also to make them feel something of the power of the wonderful history of those who first looked Read More »
Days of the Colonists
Posted in American History, Lower Elementary, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on May 6, 2013
Living stories about John Smith, the founding of Plymouth, and all the way to the signing of the Declaration of Independence! Published in 1922, this living history book has several color and black and white illustrations. Twenty seven captivating stories about Colonial America. Download Day of the Colonists from archive.org. Another companion book is Colonial Read More »
The Children Of Odin
Posted in Humanities, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Mythology, Upper Elementary on April 30, 2013
Here are the matchless tales of All-Father Odin, who crosses the Rainbow Bridge to walk among men in Midgard and sacrifices his right eye to drink from the Well of Wisdom; of Thor, whose mighty hammer defends Asgard; of Loki, whose mischievous cunning leads him to treachery against the gods; of giants, dragons, dwarfs and Read More »
