The Cloister And The Hearth
Posted in College Prep, High School, Literature, Public Domain, Western Civilization on January 19, 2013
Considered by scholars to be a fine example of historical fiction, The Cloister And The Hearth is a story of the Middle Ages. The story is a little complicated, and it involves several “touchy” subjects such as marriage and the priesthood of the Catholic church. For these reasons, it should probably be left for older Read More »
The Natural History Of Cage Birds
Posted in Animals, High School, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on January 16, 2013
An older, but informative collection of information on birds that have been caged and used for pleasure and sport. There are many illustrations (most of them in black and white) of habitats and different bird species. Download The Natural History Of Cage Birds from Gutenberg.org.
Copper Work
Posted in College Prep, High School, Hobbies and Crafts, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on January 16, 2013
In ancient times copper was known as a useful metal, and down through the ages it not only held its own but increased in usefulness. Among its valuable properties may be mentioned toughness and ductility; its toughness enables it to be beaten into thin strong sheets, while its ductility enables it to be drawn out Read More »
Public Domain Cat Ebooks
Posted in Animals, High School, Literature, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Reading, Upper Elementary on January 13, 2013
Maybe dogs aren’t your particular cup of tea – and you prefer cats instead. Have no fear, there are plenty of public domain ebooks about cats, kitties, and the like! Cats & Kittens Stories About Cats Kittens and Cats: A Book Of Tales The Little Pussy Cats: What They Did & What They Tried To Read More »
Women Painters Of The World
Posted in Art, College Prep, High School, Hobbies and Crafts, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on January 9, 2013
The author of this book asks a good question – why do all the great painters we study have to be men? Answer – they don’t! There is room in the garden of art for flowers of every kind and for butterflies and birds of every species; and why should anyone complain because a daisy is Read More »
