Timeless prose for curious young readers, drawn from the voices of great writers across eras. This thoughtfully curated collection brings together speeches, fables, and essays that illuminate courage, justice, and daily life. Ideal for classrooms and family reading alike, it invites readers to explore how language can move, teach, and inspire.
With selections spanning history, literature, and public life, the book offers accessible pieces that spark discussion and reflection. It presents memorable lines and enduring ideas in a format that stays engaging for contemporary young readers.
Ideal for readers of all backgrounds who want to encounter meaningful prose that stands the test of time.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a carefully curated collection of prose that every child should know, including classics such as Aesop's fables, Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, and selections from the works of Dickens, Stevenson, Tolstoy, and more. The author, Mary E. Burt, was a respected educator who believed in the power of literature to shape young minds and hearts. The selections in this volume are chosen not only for their literary merit, but also for their ability to teach children about important values such as honesty, compassion, and courage. The book is divided into six parts, each with a different focus. Part I, "The Budding Moment," includes selections that are perfect for young children, such as "The Little Wooden Puppet Tells How He Became a Donkey" by Carlo Lorenzini and "The Perils of a Fly" by John Ruskin. Part II, "A Larger World," introduces children to more challenging works, such as "The Declaration of Independence" by Thomas Jefferson and "The Gettysburg Address" by Abraham Lincoln. Part III, "The Hero Within," includes selections that celebrate courage and determination, such as "The Boy Who Could Do Anything" by Washington Irving and "The Sword in the Stone" by T.H. White. Part IV, "The Power of Words," explores the beauty and power of language, with selections such as "Ode to a Nightingale" by John Keats and "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe. Part V, "The Bonds That Unite Us," celebrates the importance of family, friendship, and community, with selections such as "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-Exupà ry and "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry. Part VI, "The Wider World," looks at the world beyond our immediate surroundings, with selections such as "The Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling and "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London. This book is a treasure trove of classic literature that will delight and inspire children of all ages. It is a must-have for any family library. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331503125_0
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Anbieter: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 403 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.91 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1331503124
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