An experienced teacher of the early 20th century, Emma Serl used imaginative lessons and short, jargon-free instructions to make learning a pleasure. She made liberal use of writings by the literary giants of our English language heritage, as well as fables, folklore and maxims -- the kinds of writing children should know if they are to become well-educated in our rich literary traditions. This …
This syllabus was produced by Laura Berquist for homeschooling families who want a pre-made daily planner for lessons. This book covers 9th grade faith and morals.
Xenophon In 404 B.C., to the sound of flutes, the Spartans had the famous Long Walls of Athens demolished. The work signaled the complete victory of the city if Lycurgus and the subordination of all Greece to the Spartan interest. Yet within four decades the pride of Sparta had been humbled, their glory was gone forever. Xenonophon lived through this stormy time; despite being himself an …
Miguel de Cervantes Translated by Walter Starkie, a professor and world-recognized expert on Spanish and Italian literature, this edition of "Don Quixote" includes the complete and unabridged text of the immortal satire on an outdated chivalric code and a biting portrayal of nobility as madness. Reissue.
Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color St. Joseph Picture Book depicts the famous miracles of Jesus and has a prayer to Jesus.
Thucydides This book recounts the great war between Athens and Sparta.
Herodotus "The father of history", as Cicero called him, and a writer possessed of remarkable narrative gifts, enormous scope, and considerable charm, Herodotus has always been beloved by readers well-versed in the classics. Compelled by his desire to "prevent the traces of human events from being erased by time", Herotodus recounts the incidents preceding and following the Persian Wars. He …
The Feasts of Jesus Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.
G. Tubach In this novel of betrayal and trials, Hester Prynne is found guilty of adultery and must wear a scarlet "A" wherever she goes. Her story is filled with the slow process of redemption and eventual love.
This syllabus was produced by Laura Berquist for homeschooling families who want a pre-made daily planner for lessons. This book covers 5th grade.
Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book depicts the many ways Jesus is with children throughout their day and it has prayers for the routine activities of a child's life.
This guide to writing covers topics from choosing your topic all the way to evaluating your research paper.
This syllabus was produced by Laura Berquist for homeschooling families who want a pre-made daily planner for lessons. This book covers 10th grade ancient history and literature.
REV. LAWRENCE G. LOVASIK, S.V.D. The life and legacy of this popular Saint, who especially loved the poor, is illustrated in full color.
This translation is by Robert Fitzgerald.
This syllabus was produced by Laura Berquist for homeschooling families who want a pre-made daily planner for lessons. This book covers 10th grade geometry.
Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. This full-color illustrated children's book tells the famous parables of Jesus in words children can understand. The parables are: The Great Feast The Sower The Mustard Seed The Treasure and the Pearl The Good Shepherd The Good Samaritan The Rich Man and Lazarus The Pharisee and the Publican The Laborers in the Vineyard The Judge and the Widow The …
The activity book is designed for use in the home or classroom and provides creative activities for review and reinforcement of each lesson. Through carefully developed and selected activities, the emphasis is on understanding and putting into practice the teachings of Christ in everyday life. THEME: The blueprint for a life of love: the law of God, especially in the Ten Commandments, and the …
William Holmes McGuffey Since 1836, children have been delighted by these volumes filled with exotic adventures, exciting stories, beautiful poems, and funny fables. The "Fifth Eclectic Reader includes selections from Washington Irving, Daniel Webster, Charles Dickens, Samuel Johnson, and Bret Harte.