The Story of Peter Pan
Posted in Literature, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Public Domain, Reading, Upper Elementary on February 3, 2013
When it was finished—it was built round Wendy as she lay on the ground—Peter knocked solemnly at the door, and Wendy opened it and came out, very pleased and happy. The Lost Boys knelt before her, and begged her to be their Mother, and tuck them in at night-time, and tell them stories before they Read More »
Long-ago People {British History}
Posted in Ancient History, Culture, Lower Elementary, Public Domain, Upper Elementary on January 27, 2013
From the author of Children of Ancient Rome comes a collection of stories about primitive man. These stories were originally told to children at camp, who were asking questions about how man used to live. There are 18 tales about the people of Britain before recorded history. Download Long-ago People from archive.org.
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 »
