February 28th, 2008
by Maude Radford Warren $19.00
Twenty-one stories from the Arthurian legends specially selected and adapted for children and told in simple well-written prose. The stirring tales of these chivalrous knights awaken the reader’s admiration for courage and gentleness and high sense of honor essential in all ages. 224p. Ages 9-12.
Tags: Gr 3-6, history, middle ages
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February 28th, 2008
by Howard Pyle $18.00
A stirring tale of medieval Germany in the days of robber barons and deadly feuds. The kidnapping of Otto, his adventures among the rough soldiers, and his daring rescue, make for a spirited and thrilling story. The author says of his tale that it “is of a little boy who lived and suffered in those dark middle ages; of how he saw both the good and the bad of men, and of how, by gentleness and love and not by strife and hatred, he came at last to stand above other men and to be looked up to by all.” Vigorous illustrations by the author add much to the interest of the book. Suitable for ages 11 and up. 160p; 300g.
Tags: Gr 3-6, Gr 7-9, history, middle ages
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February 27th, 2008

by Michelle Zoppa
What does it mean to be “honorable?” There are many boys and men mentioned throughout the Bible with character
traits we’d all like our boys to develop over the course of their boyhood.
What made the character of these boys and men so desirable? Many things. But one thing is common to them all. They were honorable.
This study, for boys ages 6 - 12, will take your sons through a study of God’s Word, focusing on the character traits that make an honorable boy. Through the lives of many different men and boys mentioned in the Bible, your son will learn what made these men so pleasing to God, as well as how they can obtain the same character traits possessed by these men by implementing what they learn in their own lives. A consumable study, your sons will each need a copy of this guide, a dictionary, and a Bible.
Tags: bible, boys, Gr 3-6
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February 27th, 2008

A Bible Study by Michelle Zoppa $28.00
What does it mean to be “virtuous”? This study for young girls is based on Proverbs 31, but goes much deeper that than, examining the lives of many different women of virtue found throughout the Bible. Find out what character qualities were in these women that made them worthy of mention in God’s Word. A wonderful study for girls and moms together, for Sunday School or girls’ groups, or alone. Consumable. Age 6-12yrs.
Tags: bible, girls, Gr 3-6
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February 27th, 2008
by HE Marshall $16.00
A thrilling account of Napoleon’s rise to power, from his humble beginnings on the island of Corsica to emperor over half of Europe. Focuses on his military exploits, including his victories in battle after battle, followed by his exile to the island of Elba, his subsequent return to lead the disastrous Russian campaign, his final loss at Waterloo, and his last days on the lonely island of St. Helena. 100p. Ages 8-12. 150g
Tags: europe, france, Gr 3-6, war
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February 26th, 2008
by Jean Henri Fabre $16.00
This volume, based on translations of Fabre’s “Souvenirs Entomologiques, ” blends folklore and mythology with factual explanation. He discusses with infectious enthusiasm the physiologic secrets behind the luminosity of fireflies, the musical talents of the locust, the comfortable home of the field cricket, and the cannibalism of the pious-looking praying mantis, among other topics. This great French entomologist’s charming essays on insect life combine scientific rigor with the style of a literary classic. Beautifully written passages reveal the intricate, fascinating worlds of various insects as they hunt, build nests, feed families, and more. A rare volume that will delight any naturalist. PB 128p, 200g.
Tags: Gr 3-6, Gr K-3, insects, living books, Science
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February 26th, 2008
$9.00
“Human Anatomy Coloring Book” contains careful, scientifically accurate line renderings of the body’s organs and major systems: skeletal, muscular, nervous, digestive, reprodicutive, etc.. A total of 43 plates (often with several illustrations to a page) offers numerous views, cross-sections, diagrams and detailed closeups, labelled and numbered to correspond with suggestions for coloring. These suggestions are specially designed to emphasize the structural relationships in the body. By working through each system, the reader will gain not only an intimate knowledge of the location, appearance and role of the body parts, but will be laying the groundwork for more sophisticated studies of anatomy. Includes reproductive organs. Suited to age 8+. 43p, 180g.
Tags: anatomy, Gr 3-6, Gr 7-9, Science
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February 22nd, 2008
by Chalotte Yonge $19.00
An inspiring story of Richard the Fearless (943-996) who became Duke of Normandy at the age of 8. Relates the perils of his childhood, both at home in Normandy and during his captivity at the court of France, and how at long last he came to embrace the values his father espoused. Suitable for ages 9 and up. 184p; 260g.
Tags: Gr 3-6, history, middle ages
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February 22nd, 2008
by Eva March Tappan $22.00
Spirited and interesting picture of life in castles and manors, monasteries and towns during the Middle Ages. The description of the customs of knights is especially full. Chapter titles include Page, Squire, and Knight; The Knight’s Arms and Armor; Jousts and Tournaments; How to Capture a Castle; Daily Life in a Castle; Life on a Manor; Pilgrimages and Crusades; Military Orders, Monks, and Monasteries; Hermits, Friars, and Missionaries; Life in Town; Merchant Gilds and Craft Gilds; How Goods Were Sold; Schools and Literature; Science and Medicine; and Architecture and the Arts. Your boys will love this book! 324p. Ages 9-12.
Tags: Gr 3-6, Gr 7-9, history, middle ages
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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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