Old Christmas by Washington Irving
Posted in Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on December 16, 2013
There is something in the very season of the year that gives a charm to the festivity of Christmas. . .We feel more sensibly the charm of each other’s society, and are brought more closely together by dependence on each other for enjoyment. Heart calleth unto heart; and we draw our pleasures from the deep Read More »
Classic Fiction for Children: Sci-Fi and Fantasy!
Posted in High School, Literature, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Reading, Upper Elementary on November 25, 2013
Have you ever gone down a rabbit hole to meet a mad hatter? Or perhaps you would like to see a scarecrow that can talk? Here is a list of classic fantasy and science fiction titles for children – available free to download from gutenberg.org. Some of the books in the previous list could be Read More »
Beatrix Potter Collection
Posted in Animals, Kindergarten, Literature, Lower Elementary, Nature Studies, Public Domain, Reading on November 23, 2013
Once upon a time there were four little Rabbits, and their names were— Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail, and Peter. Peter Rabbit and other tales Children love to hear the antics of Peter Rabbit and his forays into the garden of Mr. McGregor. Beatrix Potter wrote an entire collection of stories for children, and illustrated them in Read More »
Classic Fiction for Children: Adventure!
Posted in College Prep, Elementary, High School, Literature, Middle School, Public Domain, Reading on November 15, 2013
Go sailing on the high seas, or mush dogs in the Yukon. These books are classic adventures that have inspired artists, directors, and children for decades! Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn Although both Tom and Huck are orphans, their lives are complete contrasts of each other. Tom has a warm home and caretakers. Huck has Read More »
Classic Fiction for Children – All About Family
Posted in High School, Literature, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Reading, Upper Elementary on November 14, 2013
I haven’t focused much on literature fiction here on Homeschool Commons because there are other sites dedicated to free fiction ebooks, and I wanted to share some of the other great resources you can find in the public domain. However, as a lover of great books, I feel compelled to share the great classics that Read More »
