December 8th, 2007
by Julia Diggins $24.00
This is an excellent reader for all students as they learn about geometry. It has been out-of-print for 34 years. Students and teachers have used photo copies rather than not being able to experience the beautiful illustrations by Corydon Bell and have their own copy to refer to and cherish throughout the years.
Using only three simple tools-the string, the straightedge, and the shadow-men discovered the basic principles and constructions of elementary geometry more than two thousand years ago.
This engrossing book reveals how Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: ancients, egypt, Gr 10-12, Gr 3-6, Gr 7-9, greece, Maths, mesopotamia, Science
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December 4th, 2007
by Elizabeth George Speare $12.00
After the Romans crucified his father, Daniel bar Jamin is fired by a single passion: to avenge his father’s death by driving out the Romans.Consumed by hatred he joins rebel bands oustside his village.
In nearby Capernaum, Jesus is teaching a different lesson. Time and again Daniel is drawn to His teachings, only to turn away, disappointed and conufused by Jesus’ lack of action in opposing the Romans.
This is a magnificent novel of Daniel’s journey from a blind confining hatred to his acceptance and understanding of love. Vivid and gripping. Read Aloud age 8+, Read Alone age 12+
See Progeny Press Literature Guide to accompany this book here.
Tags: ancients, history, israel, literature, Progeny Press
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