Denslow's Mother Goose (PDF ebook) – W. W. Denslow, the original artist for the Wizard of Oz books, illustrated this gorgeous and fun version of Mother Goose rhymes that will delight little eyes and ears. Check it out!
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Today we have for you three classic old time radio programs about Easter… excellent for family listening this week. Enjoy!
The Passion, Death & Resurrection
A great dramatic interpretation of the scriptural story of the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ. This program follows the scriptural story quite faithfully, and much of the script for this drama IS scripture. This is a moving retelling of this greatest of all stories, and was originally broadcast on Family Theatre on April 17, 1957.
The Son of Man
Another wonderful Easter program! This episode of the CBS Radio Workshop from April 21, 1957 is the story of the crucifixion and resurrection — told entirely using KJV Scripture readings from all four of the Gospels. Portions from each Gospel are read by different actors, so you've got Robert Young ("Father Knows Best") reading from Matthew, Herbert Marshall reading from Mark, Victor Jory reading from Luke, and Vincent Price reading from John. Raymond Burr is the host & narrator. Music is by Bach.
Bonus Program: The Great Gildersleeve – Easter Sunrise Service
Finally, we make a return visit to The Great Gildersleeve's household where preparations are being made to attend the annual Easter Sunrise Service. A delightful seasonal episode of this classic family comedy, with an unexpectedly moving finale. Enjoy!
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Being A Boy, by Charles Dudley Warner (PDF ebook) – Today's resource is this absolutely delightful and entertaining book about the life of a farm boy in New England in the early 1800s. As we go through the seasons of the year, we learn of the hard work, play, holidays, interests and pasttimes of farm boys of the day, and also of their family and community life in those bygone days. Written in the later 1800s with a realistic but warm and nostalgic style, this would make an excellent read aloud, and is also a great "living history" book that captures a glimpse of childhood and rural life in pre-Civil War days. What an eye opener. Highly recommended!
Excerpt:
One of the best things in the world to be is a boy; it requires no experience, though it needs some practice to be a good one. The disadvantage of the position is that it does not last long enough; it is soon over; just as you get used to being a boy, you have to be something else, with a good deal more work to do and not half so much fun. And yet every boy is anxious to be a man, and is very uneasy with the restrictions that are put upon him as a boy.
And a review from a mom from last year when we featured this story:
Great book! Am nearly finished reading it aloud to my 11 and 12-yr-old sons. They’re enjoying it, and it has helped to increase their vocabulary. Extremely well-written although some sentences are a bit run-on. The author is not just a writer, but a poet, a wordsmith. My sons’ eyes have been opened to the hardships of late-1800 farm life, but also, they joyfully relate to the boyish, wildly imaginative heart of the boy and the self-made adventures he enjoys which transcend generations. The boy freely admits his boyish misbehavings and offers excuses, but the reader knows that the heart means well; it’s just that there’s a huge, wonderful, delectable world all around him to explore and savor, and it continually tugs him away from his chores. All-the-while, though, he is growing (sometimes relunctantly) into the mind and responsibilies of an awkward young man. I hope you offer this again for everyone who missed it. – Karen
The Hardwick family of Creation Sensation were stuck in Walmart for a few hours after picking up a screw in a tire. This little Easter video is what come out of their boredom. Enjoy and remember!
Making Time Work for you (PDF ebook) - We all have the same amount of time in the day. But some people struggle to get even the simplest of tasks completed while others can work a week's worth of jobs into one single day. Time can be our worst enemy or our closest friend. If you are struggling to find the time to get everything in order, if you want to find a way to accomplish a few more dreams and release a few of those huge tasks that seem to be forever hanging over your head, then making time work for you is the key. In this ebook, learn of a simple plan to help you get a much better handle on your use of
your time.
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GOLDEN DEEDS: Picture Stories of Heroes from History for Little Readers (PDF ebook) - Today's resource is this great little collection of one page retellings of heroic and unusual stories from throughout history, well illustrated for younger readers. Included are the stories of Horatius at the Bridge, Catherine Douglas, William Tell, Damon & Pythias, Casabianca, and several more.
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By Pike and Dyke by G. A. Henty (mp3 Audiobook) - It is the 1570's, and the people of the Netherlands live in terror under the cruel dominion of Spain. Though many long to be free of Spanish tyranny, efforts at rebellion are failing, and allies are nowhere to be found. Edward “Ned” Martin, son of an English captain and a Dutch lady, is thrust into the conflict when he resolves to help his mother’s people and avenge his murdered relatives. Entering the service of the revolutionary leader William the Silent, Prince of Orange, Ned is called upon to carry out dangerous secret missions deep within occupied territory. Through hairbreadth escapes, fierce sea fights, terrifying sieges, and daring rescues, Ned becomes a witness to the inspiring and heartbreaking events of the rise of the Dutch republic.
Courtesy of Librivox.org, you can download and enjoy this complete, unabridged audio reading of one of Henty's best historical adventure novels – over 10 hours in length! VERY well read by David Leeson, and highly recommended!
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This link takes you to the Librivox download page. There you can download this audiobook a chapter at a time, or all at once. Tip: The 64K mp3 version sounds just as good as the 128K version — and is half the size. Still, it is a huge file, approx 310 megs altogether. Bookmark the page if you need to come back to it later!
THE MERCHANT MAIDEN: Earning an Income Without Compromising Convictions by Crystal Paine with Esther Clark (PDF ebook)- Drawing upon personal experience, in this ebook Crystal Paine encourages young women and their families with Scripture, advice, suggestions, personal testimonies, wisdom, and practical ideas. Not just for unmarried women, this booklet is a treasure trove of information for any woman who desires to earn an income while still being a "keeper at home." Crystal presents a scriptural profile of a "Keeper at Home", and shares her own testimony of God's leading in her early training and (then) current business. She then presents a selection of over two dozen very practical and ingenious business & service ideas (with several "hands on" quotes from mothers and daughters who are involved in these enterprises), along with a 10-step plan of action for getting your business off the ground. A concise, compelling, and inspirational idea starter that will be helpful to ladies young and old alike. Click here for today's resource...
Just because we like you, here's a bonus for you today! Tubby is a great way to introduce little ones to different members of the orchestra, and this classic "puppetoon" version is one of our favorites. Let us know if you want to see occasional treasures like this here in addition to our regular resources… and please use that new "Tell a Friend" button thingy at the bottom of the post to share this with your friends!
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STRAIGHT TALK TO PARENTS & TEENS FROM HOMESCHOOL GRADS: How to Permanently Transform your Homeschool AND your Teen's Future
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