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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Other Stories
When Washington Irving's Sketch Book first appeared in 1819, readers in America and aboard greeted it with enthusiasm, and Irving emerged as America's first successful professional author. The pieces about life in England are gently ironic, reflecting the author's interest in the traditions of the Old World and his longings for his home in the New. But it is in "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" that Irving exhibits his true strength: the ability to depict American landscapes and culture so vividly that readers feel themselves a part of them. And it is on the basis of these two classic tales that Irving is generally credited with inventing the short story as a distinct literary genre.
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The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling (read online)
Lesson Plan The Jungle Book
Lesson Plan using The Jungle Book
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The Jungle Book, Unabridged
Among the most popular children's books ever written, The Jungle Book comprises a series of stories about Mowgli, a boy raised in the jungle by a family of wolves after a tiger has attacked and driven off his parents. Threatened throughout much of his young life by the dreaded tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is protected by his adoptive family and leans the lore of the jungle from Baloo, a sleepy brown bear, and Bagheera, the black panther.Subtle lessons in justice, loyalty, and tribal law pervade these imaginative tales, recounted by a master storyteller with a special talent for entertaining audience of all ages. Included are such tales as "Rikki-tikki-tavi," a story about a brave mongoose and his battle with the deadly cobra Nag; Mowgli's abduction by the monkey people; and "Toomai of the Elephants," In which a young boy witnesses a secret ritual and is honored by his tribesmen. Recommended for ages 9 to 12.
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Indian Why Stories by Frank B. Linderman (read online)
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An Illustrated Treasury of Read-Aloud Myths and Legends
By Workman Publishing
This collection of classic myths presents the legends and myths of the world for parents and children to read together. Greek, Roman, Celtic, Scandinavian, Indian, Mexican and other myths are included; each story is short enough to be read aloud in one sitting, and classic illustrations provide various scenes that highlight the cultures where the myths originated. 188 pages, hardcover with dustjacket.
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The Story of Dr. Doolittle by Hugh Lofting (read online)
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An Illustrated Treasury of Read-Aloud Classics for Young People
The stories and poems in these majestically illustrated collections represent the best of Black Dog's "Read-Aloud" series, selected to fill children with the joy of literature, and presented in packages to cherish year after year. Curling up with a good book is one of life's great joys--and it is never too early to introduce that pleasure to children. The selections in these two elegant volumes are designed to be read aloud in ten minutes or less, or to be devoured by developing readers on their own. Read-Aloud Classics includes fairy tales from Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm, and selections from The Black Stallion, Kipling's Just-So Stories, The Story of Dr. Doolittle, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Chronicles of Nornia, Little Women, and many more, reflecting a diversity of styles, cultures, and subject matter. Full-color illustrations throughout--many drawn from the original books--enhance reading enjoyment. Read-Aloud Poems collects the work of the world's greatest poets. to introduce children of all ages to the magic and excitement of the form. The poems have been carefully selected to appeal to a child's sensibility, and are culled from such poets as Maya Angelou, Lewis Carroll, Emily Dickinson. Shel Siverstein, and e.e. cummings. It is filled with brand-new illustrations, offering fresh interpretations of classic and modern verses. Hardcover, 216 pages.
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The Call of the Wild by Jack London (read online)
Novel Analysis The Call of the Wild
Lesson Plan The Call of the Wild
Activities The Call of the Wild
Questions for each chapter The Call of the Wild
Study Guide The Call of the Wild
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The Call of the Wild, Grade 5-8
This is the story of Buck, a one hundred forty pound dog who lived in a lordly fashion in the Santa Clara Valley of California. His life changed drastically, completely and forever when he was kidnapped, thrown on a train, and shipped to Seattle where he was then placed on a ship to Skagway. This was the time of gold fever, and dogs like Buck were in demand as sled dogs up in the Yukon Territory where they were needed to carry men and supplies back and forth from the sea port to the Klondike gold fields. This story tells of Buck's adaptation to his new, hostile environment and how he reverts to his deep instincts for survival. Teacher's who use this unit will find the following features to supplement their own valuable ideas. Sample Lesson Plans; Pre-reading activities; A biographical sketch and picture of the author; A book summary; Vocabulary Lists and Suggested Vocabulary Activities; Chapters grouped for study with each section including: quizzes, hands-on projects, cooperative learning activities cross-curriculum connections, extensions into the reader's own life, Post-reading ideas; Book report ideas; Research Ideas; A culminating activity; Three different options for unit tests Bibliography; Answer key; Grade Level: 3-5
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White Fang by Jack London (read online)
Novel Analysis White Fang
Study Guide White Fang
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White Fang
When White Fang was first published in 1906, Jack London was well onhis way to becoming one of the most famous, popular and highly piad writers in the world. White Fang stands out as one of his finest achievements, a spellbinding novel of life in the northern wilds. In gripping detail, London bares the savage realities of the battle for survival among all species in a harsh, unyielding environment. White Fang is part wolf, part dog, a ferocious and magnificent creature through whose experiences we see and feel essential rhythms and patterns of life in the animal kingdom and among mankind as well. It is, above all, a novel that keenly observes the extraordinary workings of one of nature's greatest gifts to its creatures: the power to adapt. Focusing on this wondrous process, London created in White Fang a classic adventure story as fresh and appealing for today's audiences as for those who made him among the bestselling novelists of his day.
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The Story of Mankind by Hendrik Van Loon (read online)
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Encyclopedia of World History
Children will be enthralled with this accessible and interesting account of humanity's past. Interesting details provide a unique look into the events, people and occurrences that have taken place in world history. The great civilization of Rome and Greece, famous archaeological discoveries such as the "terracotta army" and modern events like 9/11 are all recounted with engaging text, photographs and illustrations. Over 1,000 illustrations, detailed maps, date panels and a running timeline that extends throughout the book help to bring history a newfound clarity and vigor. 255 pages, indexed, hardcover with dust jacket. This book contains references and illustrations of evolution.
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