Hawaiian Folk Tales
Posted in American History, High School, History, Humanities, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Mythology, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on January 3, 2013
There lived a man named Kapoi, at Kahehuna, in Honolulu, who went one day to Kewalo to get some thatching for his house. On his way back he found some owl’s eggs, which he gathered together and brought home with him. In the evening he wrapped them in ti leaves and was about to roast Read More »
Robin Hood & His Merry Men Comic
Posted in Mythology, Public Domain on December 13, 2012
I have another fun comic for you! Kids of all ages love the story of Robin Hood. He has been a classic since the Middle Ages. This 1950′s comic was published by Charlton Comics. Download Robin Hood & His Merry Men #28 (right-click, save as).
A Day With Richard Wagner
Posted in Culture, High School, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Music, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on November 29, 2012
Now let your children discover one of the most creative and hardworking composers – Richard Wagner. Richard Wagner’s musical legacy rests with only thirteen completed stage works. Of these, ten of them have remained in the repertory of all major opera houses around the world, and represent some of the most loved, most often performed, and Read More »
Myths And Legends Of Ancient Greece And Rome
Posted in Ancient History, Middle School, Mythology, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on November 10, 2012
In appearance, the gods were supposed to resemble mortals, whom, however, they far surpassed in beauty, grandeur, and strength; they were also more commanding in stature, height being considered by the Greeks an attribute of beauty in man or woman. They resembled human beings in their feelings and habits, intermarrying and having children, and requiring Read More »
Hawk Eye
Posted in American History, Culture, Lower Elementary, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on November 5, 2012
Interested in Native American history? This is a beautifully illustrated book that tells the story of Hawk Eye, a young Indian boy. The text is probably geared towards elementary aged children as it reads like a small chapter book. This book is in the public domain! Download Hawk Eye from gutenberg.org
