. . . but should have! If you could judge a book by its cover, you'd be right this time! This original 1889 school textbook was discovered in a rare book sale, and the reader was so touched by the patriotic spirit represented that he determined to reprint it. The stories are captivating enough to entice my teenagers, but I love to read them aloud to the whole family. Stories include: "Daughters of Liberty," "Boston Tea Party," "Paul Revere's Ride," "Origin of Yankee Doodle," "History of Our Flag", "Lydia Darrah Saves General Washington," "Benjamin Franklin," and many more. Illustrated with original lovely black-and white-drawings and photographs. Paperback, 150 pages.
This patriotic schoolbook was originally printed in 1890 to teach children about their tremendous American heritage. Contained within are the beautiful accounts of the men, women and children who sacrificed everything to build this nation. It is a book of hope and freedom, a book that will make you proud to be an American. This new volume begins where American History Stories You Never Read in School (above) leaves off. Having successfully beaten the greatest Empire of his time, General George Washington is elected the first President of the new United States. Here we are given a rare glimpse into his noble character as President. We learn of the administration of the great Thomas Jefferson; his wise expansion of our borders and his love for his countrymen and his fiddle. We learn more of what the British were up to after the Revolution and how we had to fight, and beat them a second time in the War of 1812. Paperback, illustrated, 158 pages.
I always feel moved to tears when my daughter Emily recites "Paul Revere's Ride" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. She learned it word for word using this picture book. Wonderful illustrations in this horizontal format picture book make this immortal poem very vividly real. You'll feel your heart pound too, as the brave revolutionary hero races his horse to warn the colonists that the British are coming! Paperback, 46 pages.
Adventure, loss, courage, and history are all packed in this thrilling story set in the colonial America. Besides being a can't-put-it-down adventure story, Johnny Tremain gives an amazingly accurate look at the details of the American Revolution. Newbery Award book. Paperback, 256 pages, for ages 12-18 years.
An Activity Guide to Life in the New World
This is the way I love to teach history—with plenty of hands-on fun! Colonial kids made their own toys, like wooden spinning tops and cornhusk or yarn dolls, and played homemade games like shooting marbles, rolling a hoop, and skipping hopscotch. Join in the fun by making these and many other colonial crafts such as floating "Betty lamps," candied orange peel, a quill pen and homemade ink, a colonial wig out of batting, a sailor's compass, dipped candles, homemade cough syrup, paper quilling, and more. Includes a recipe section with traditional colonial foods that are easy to make such as churned butter, hasty pudding, trenchers, and baked apples. This jam-packed resource will make your American history studies so much fun. Paperback, 142 pages, for 5-12 years.
This kids' activity guide to traditional North American Indian life will make your study of Indians unforgettable! Simple instructions, drawings, and easy-to-find materials are detailed so you can make more than 100 easy, fun crafts and projects. Sections cover everyday life, things to wear, song and dance, toys, games, Indian foods, communication, and Indian childhood. Every boy will want to make himself a "bear claw" necklace! Make smoke signals, weave a basket, cook fried squash blossoms and beef jerky, play "throw sticks," create a feather headdress or a fancy dance bustle, shake a "turtle shell" rattle (made from paper plates), handcraft a Kachina doll, a spinning top, plus more. These simple hands-on projects will make a lasting impression—a fun way to study history! Paperback, black and white illustrations, 190 pages.
Nothing like doing it yourself to really learn! This game depicts colonial life with amazing accuracy. Become a colonial character and move your piece around the board, from shop to shop, collecting the goods on your shopping list as you visit the cooper, the silversmith, and other tradesmen in colonial America. Top quality!
Re-enact history with this hand-carved goose quill pen. Includes brochure on heavy parchment paper and a packet of powdered ink, just like Lewis and Clark carried with them on their cross-country trek to the Pacific Ocean.Just add water to make ink. This is the real thing, the same kind of pen used to sign the Declaration of Independence and other historic documents, and it will make a great hands-on history lesson that your children won't forget!
Teach your children history through these outstanding picture books by Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire. Out of print for the past 50 years, these beautifully lithograph illustrated classics are fascinating true stories of great people of the past and will ignite an interest in history in your children, ages 5 through 12 years. Used as the basic texts in the primary grades version of the History through Literature guidebooks. 41 to 68 pages each.
Wee Sing America is a tribute to our nation, a collection of 60 songs about our land and our flag, war and peace, and about the people who explored, settled and built our country-songs that were created and sung by our forefathers. The songbook has the scores and words from every verse along with quotes and fascinating facts. I don't think it should be called "Wee", since the songs are inspiring for teens and adults too! We sing these songs often, especially at the beginning of our homeschool. Includes 60 minutes of song and a 64 page small, illustrated paperback songbook.
Songs include: We Love the USA; The Star-Spangled Banner; You're a Grand Old Flag; Pledge to the Flag; Three Cheers for the Red, White, and Blue; The Stars and Stripes Forever; There Are Many Flags; America, America, America; America the Beautiful; The United States; Yankee Doodle Boy; Yankee Doodle; Old Abe Lincoln; Dixie; Battle Hymn of the Republic; When Johnny Comes Marching Home; Goober Peas; The Caissons; Marine's Hymn; Anchors Aweigh; Sweet Betsy from Pike; I've Been Workin' on the Railroad; John Henry; Drill; Ye Tarriers; Paddy Works on the Railroad; The Old Chisholm Trail; Good-Bye, Old Paint, I Ride an Old Paint; Git Along, Little Doggies; My Home's in Montana; Old Texas; The Boll Weevil; Pick a Bale o' Cotton; Cotton Needs Pickin'; Shuckin' of the Corn; Old Settler's Song; Sacramento; Blow Ye Winds; Cape Cod Chantey; Blow the Man Down; Erie Canal; and Down the River.
Studying American history has brought me such increased witness of God's hand in our nation's history! He truly guided and directed the events of America's founding. This excellent volume is unique in its content and in its aim—to show how God has led and guided this nation. I have discovered information in this book that I've never seen elsewhere. Did you know that when George Washington was sworn into office he leaned over and kissed the Bible?! Did you know that the starving Continental Army was unexpectedly fed a miraculous supply of fish? Using pitchforks and shovels, the men plunged into the freezing water to throw thousands of shad up onto the snowy banks of the Schuylkill River, providing plenty of food for the army. Each inspiring page details God's workings, from the inception of liberty, through the Pilgrim period, the Revolution, and the Civil War. Ends with a call for Americans to turn back to God. Paperback, 294 pages, black-and white-drawings throughout.
An insightful biography of one of America's great Founding Fathers. Franklin was a "have-not" who made and sacrificed a fortune to help launch the first free people in modern times. Who doesn't love Benjamin Franklin, with his humorous and forthright opinions? The number of his inventions (eye glasses, rocking chair, lightening rod, Franklin stove, free public libraries, etc.) is staggering! This volume also includes hundreds of his statements, arranged alphabetically by topic. Paperback, 504 pages with black and white illustrations. Good American history reading for high school through adult.
Enjoy a personal glimpse into the life of one of the greatest men who ever lived, the Father of our Country. No debasing stories that question his integrity here! Meet the man who lost his father at age 11 and nearly joined the British Navy at 15. He was ambushed in the French and Indian War, escaping injury with a coat and hat full of bullet holes. Humbly, Washington resisted plans to crown him king, and sacrificed his dream to live a quiet life in the country to become this nation's first president. His most important words are arranged alphabetically by topic in a 200 page section. This book gives Washington the honor he deserves and makes me love him even more. Illustrated, paperback, 950 pages, teen/adult reading level.
You will be in awe of Jefferson's greatness when viewed through this thoroughly documented biography of one of America's most important Founders. Part I tells the fascinating story of his life as a philosopher and statesman. Just the number of foreign languages he knew is incredible! Part II contains the most powerful passages from Jefferson's writings, arranged alphabetically by topic. What a righteous, intelligent, noble man he was! He is my son Mark's role model. Inspiring reading and resource for teens and adults. Paperback, 709 pages, black and white illustrations.
No one could shoot George Washington off his horse, no matter how they tried. This book is the amazingly true account of God's miraculous protection of George Washington in the French and Indian War, and Washington's open gratitude for God's divine intervention. Until 1934 this story could be found in virtually all American public school textbooks. Inspiring! Teen/adult reading level. Paperback, 60 pages.
George Washington spent time analyzing and collecting rules that he felt constituted decent behavior. His 110 rules include such gems as "Show not yourself glad at the misfortune of another, though he were your enemy" and "Labor to keep alive in your breast that little celestial fire called conscience." We mention these rules often in our family, especially when someone laughs at her own joke (thus breaking one of Washington's rules!). Promotes gentility and provides an interesting glimpse into our beloved founding father. Paperback booklet, 18 pages, illustrated.
The Declaration of Independence and Other Great Documents of American History 1775-1865
Thirteen compelling and influential documents: Patrick Henry's "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death," Declaration of Independence, The Constitution of the United States, James Madison's "The Federalist", George Washington's First Inaugural Address, The Monroe Doctrine, Lincoln's First Inaugural Address, The Emancipation Proclamation, Gettysburg Address, and more.
The basis of our nation's law and government, the Constitution is America's most important political and social document. This convenient and inexpensive reference contains not only the main text and amendments but also background information, related facts, selected "Federalist Papers," and a new introduction. Paperback, 96 pages for teens and adults.
A More Perfect Union DVD-America Becomes a Nation DVD 50% Off
Talk about a family tradition: we watch this dramatic full-length movie every single 4th of July and never get tired of it! Yearn with the founders, as America struggles, sometimes falteringly, to became a nation. Filmed on location at Independence Hall, Williamsburg, etc. A handful of brilliant men—James Madison, George Washington, and Benjamin Franklin—lead a political battle to create a new, unique form of government, one that will establish a standard of self-government for the world. For ages 10 and up. This 70-minute film is a prize-winning production that we highly recommend! DVD
Kids' Translations of American Founding Documents Buy 4 books and get the 5th FREE
Are unalienable rights from outer space? How long is four score and seven years? When a flag is spangled is that good or bad? These wonderful books make important historical documents meaningful. Each book translates the work of a primary source into a language kids (and myself) can understand. Each book details what the primary source says in easier language, what it means, and the background story with lots of photo illustrations and interesting facts. The "Why Do I Care?" section condenses all the important points of the document into good reasons that we have it! Also includes a timeline, vocabulary words, a glossary, related internet sites, other children's books on the topic, and more. 32 pages, paperback. Vital information for young and old!
This best-selling history series for children reads like interesting chapter books with dialogue and adventure. It is written for ages 9 to 13 years, but your whole family will enjoy hearing these true stories read aloud. The main theme of each book is how God worked through the founders of America to establish this nation. Each book contains a glossary and discussion questions for each chapter. A very enjoyable way to learn about American history. Paperback, one-color drawings. Each book is approx. 200 pages.
The Light and the Glory for Children: Discovering God's Plan for America from Christopher Columbus to George Washington's inauguration
Pilgrims, Squanto, John Winthrop, colonial days and the Revolution.
Oh, what a book! This wonderful true story tells of a boy in difficult circumstances, coming from a home with problems, who rises far above his situation and becomes world-known for saving countless sailors from a watery grave due to his calculations and his authorship of The American Practical Navigator. The story is easy to read and enjoy, but inspires us to study hard, follow our dreams and be determined in our goals. A beautiful study of persistance, set in the days of Salem's shipping industry. For young adults. Paperback, 251 pages. A Newbery Award book.
This suspenseful adventure is set in 1768 in pre-Revolutionary America, when indentured servants worked to secure their freedom. Peter's parents have died and he has come under the guardianship of a stern Quaker. A thrilling read that makes this time period very real! By Avi. Ages 8 to 12. Paperback, 141 pages.
