Brave Deeds of Union Soldiers

Posted in American History, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on October 22, 2012

 In these days when even our skies are shadowed by wars and rumors of wars, it is fitting to remember what men and women and children of our blood have done in the past. Daring tales from the Civil War!  You have to love a book where the first story is about“a few naked, shoeless Read More »

Mythical Monsters

Posted in High School, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Mythology, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on October 16, 2012

Does the written history of man, comprising a few thousand years, embrace the whole course of his intelligent existence? Just in time for Halloween!  This book is not spooky or scary – don’t worry. It is an account of some of the most common creature myths, and an exploration of their origins.  Could dragons really Read More »

On The Trail: An Outdoor Book For Girls

Posted in High School, Hobbies and Crafts, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Scouting And Survival, Upper Elementary on October 8, 2012

Why do boys get to have all the fun?  On The Trail is a book about forestry and survival that is just for girls! Great illustrations show how to make shelters, track animals, read the constellations, and much more. Download On The Trail from archive.org.

A Day With Walt Whitman

Posted in Art, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary, Western Civilization on September 26, 2012

Dressing with the same large, leisurely gestures as characterized him in everything, Walt Whitman was presently attired in his invariable suit of grey: and by the time the clock touched half-past seven, he was seated in the verandah, comfortably inhaling the sweet, fresh morning air, and quite ready for his simple breakfast. Read about the Read More »

Beautiful England Books

Posted in College Prep, Culture, Geography, High School, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary, Western Civilization on September 17, 2012

If you have anyone in your family interested in the history of England, they will absolutely love this book series. The volumes entitled Beautiful England each describe one area of the country in a relaxed, conversation-style text and gorgeous illustrations. The focus in these books is mainly on the architectural structures of each area, so Read More »

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