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Book # 1
An Island Story by
H. E. Marshall
H.E. Marshall applies her
masterful storytelling ability to the fascinating history of England.
This book, used in Charlotte Mason's own schools, is the best children's
history of England that I have ever seen. (2nd
graders cover the first half of the book. The second half is covered
in the 3rd grade.)
*sold out-
should be available again in late March
$19.99 paperback 506 pp
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Spine Book # 2
Stories of American History by Charlotte
Yonge (Reprinted by Paidea Classics- due out in the fall of 2004)
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The Renaissance
Using paintings,
sculptures, and other forms of art common to the period, the life and
culture of the Renaissance is illustrated. Well done.
$16.95 hc
40pp
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Joan of Arc
Diane Stanley's beautifully written and illustrated book about the life
of the "Maid of Orleans".
$6.95 pb
48pp
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The Shakespeare Stealer
Don't miss out on this fantastic
book! The story of orphaned Widge, who is forced by his master to
attempt to steal the great Shakespeare's newest work, Hamlet. Great
plot and excellent portrayal of the time period.
$5.99 pb
216pp
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Ocean of Truth: The Story of Isaac Newton
This account of the life of
Isaac Newton will bring alive to your child this great scientist who
developed calculus, worked out the mathematical details of the Law of
Gravity, and studied the properties of color. A very enjoyable read! Christian themes.
$8.95 pb
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Pocahontas and the Strangers
by Clyde Roberts Bulla
This is my favorite rendition of the
Pocahontas/John Smith story. (Those of you who have read Bulla's other
books know why!)
$4.50
pb
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America's Paul Revere
I wanted to offer a
less expensive book on Revere, but this one was so good that I had to go
with it. Written by Esther Forbes, author of Johnny Tremain.
$9.95
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Louis Braille
Another wonderfully written biography by Margaret Davidson. I
tested this book on a girl who did not like to read. I was pleased
when, instead of complaining, she actually asked to read the next chapter
each day. (An added benefit is that any child who listens to/reads
this book will gain an appreciation for safety around sharp objects.)
$4.50 pb
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Buttons for General Washington
An exciting story about a boy who secretly carries messages to George
Washington during the Revolutionary War. Your child will be able to
read this one on her own.
$6.95
pb 56pp
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 The Reb and the Redcoats
This book set during
the Revolutionary War is unusual in that it is told from the viewpoint of a
British family who is entrusted with the care of an American prisoner of
war. Heartwarming!
Christian themes.$12.95
pb 203pp
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The Story of Benjamin Franklin
Another wonderful
biography written by Margaret Davidson. This book tells the inspiring
story of Ben Franklin, statesman, printer, author, inventor, founder of
first public library, and much more!
$4.50
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SHH! We're Writing the Constitution!
A lively account of how
the U.S. Constitution came to be. Great illustrations.
$6.99 pb
64pp
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How the U.S. Government Works
A simple explanation of the three
branches of our government, and what they do.
$6.95 48pp
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The Fourth of July Story
An accessible story of America's
birthday brings alive the history and spirit of the Fourth of July with an
introduction to the fight for independence and the events and people that
shaped American tradition.
$5.99 pb
32pp
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Middle School Selections
*Under construction, check
back!
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Book:
The Story of the Renaissance by
H.A. Guerber |
The Scottish Chiefs
by Jane Porter
First published in 1809, this is
the classic story of 14th century Scotland's greatest heroes: Sir William
Wallace and Robert the Bruce. (Because of the semi-difficult language
in this book, I plan on reading it to my girls at the end of third grade,
rather than at the beginning where it belongs chronologically. I think
the extra 8 months or so of vocabulary development will be hugely beneficial
in their appreciation of this wonderful book. Sounds even better if Dad
reads it!) I love the illustrations!
$29.00 hc illustrated
by N.C. Wyeth 504pp
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