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Parables from Nature, Volume 1 Audiobook

Entertaining stories of nature with a moral lesson thrown in for good measure are fun as well as thought provoking. Children will be enthralled with the intimate look into the lives of the woodland creatures and their way of life. Subtleness in making a moral point is always a strength in Ms. Gatty's stories. Volume 1 of 3, includes: 1. A Lesson of Faith 2. The Law of Authority and Obedience 3. The Unknown Land 4. Training and Restraining 5. Waiting 6. The Law of the Wood 7. Cobwebs AUTHOR Margaret Gatty (1809-1873) was a British children's author. The wife and daughter of clergymen, Gatty's work has a moral core, but with a sweet and friendly tone, accessible to children. COMMENTARY Reviews for Alcazar AudioWorks' production of Parables from Nature, Volume 1 Excellent! We are doing ""Ambleside Online"" for our curriculum this year and we love audio books to do this because my daughters reading isn't the best. BUT - we downloaded this after strugglng with the actual book and my daughter is in heaven. It's divided into chapters making it really easy for me to assign a chapter for her to listen to. She understands and enjoys listening to it. Listener Review - Audible.com These stories are challenging, rich and complex, as they seek to uncover God's craftsmanship in the natural world, how the seen teaches us about the unseen (""the creation declares the glory of God...."") The writing and vocabulary are quite sophisticated. We homeschool and I would recommend the book as a read aloud, no earlier than the third grade all the way through adulthood. I am enjoying reading it with my daughter as a jumping off point to discuss the nature of God. I find the book challenging and enjoyable as an adult. It's a great book to glean ideas from and stretch their intellect, imagination and understanding. Reader Review - Amazon.com "

Margaret Gatty (Author), Bobbie Frohman, David Thorn (Narrator)

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Parables from Nature, Volume 2

Margaret Gatty (Author), Bobbie Frohman, David Thorn (Narrator)

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Our Island Story, Volume 1

Volume One of a five part series telling The Story of Great Britain from its earliest beginnings to World War I. Our Island Story, originally published in 1905 and later updated, details the history of Britain up to World War I (including some myths and legends associated with British history). Author H. E. Marshall based the book on her answers to her children's questions about the history of their ""home island"" (Great Britain). Early History of Great Britain 1. The Stories of Albion and Brutus 2. The Coming of the Romans 3. The Romans Come Again 4. How Caligula Conquered Britain, and how Caractacus Refused to be Conquered 5. The Story of a Warrior Queen 6. The Last of the Romans 7. The Story of St. Alban 8. Vortigern and King Constans 9. The Story of the Coming of Hengist and Horsa 10. Hengist's Treachery 11. The Story of How The Giant's Dancer was Brought to Britain 12. The Coming of Arthur 13. The Founding of the Round Table 14. The Story of Gregory and the Pretty Children 15. How King Alfred Learned to Read 16. Kind Alfred in the Cowherd's Cottage 17. More About Alfred the Great 18. Ethelred the Unready 19. How Edmund Ironside Fought for the Crown 20. Canute and the Waves 21. Edward the Confessor AUTHOR Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (1867 - 1941) was a British author, most famous for her works of history for children. For decades, Marshall's books were ubiquitous in schools and home libraries. Much of the popularity of her works stems from her talent for making history read like good storytelling. COMMENTARY Reviews for Alcazar AudioWorks' production of Our Island Story, Volume 1 We've been reading from Ambleside Online's wonderful reading list for years now, and I've already worked my way through Our Island Story with our eldest. The younger two missed it; one was a baby, and the other had not yet joined the family! Now that we're coming back to this book again, I'm glad to find that I have a little help - Alcarzar AudioWorks has put the entire unabridged book on CD with their usual style. Whether or not you are using Ambleside Online as a resource, you will find Our Island Story a fascinating retelling of the early history of Great Britain, from the earliest of myths lost in the mists of history through the time of Edward the Confessor. There are many familiar tales here, including a couple of chapters about King Arthur and his Round Table, and several about King Alfred - the King who had to go into hiding, and while living with an old couple, allowed the cakes to burn! These were our favorite chapters, which is why they stand out. As a matter of fact, our youngest listened with rather a mulish expression, until she heard the name ""Uther Pendragon"" - and realized that her beloved King Arthur was a part of the history we're studying! I learned a lot, too. Yes, we've been through this book before, and so the stories are familiar. Still, it was a little like revisiting old friends, to hear how Caligula ""conquered"" the Britons, for one example. It is helping me to keep my own understanding of history straight, how the history of Great Britain was molded through wave after wave of invasion and conquest - the Britons, the Romans, the Saxons, the Danes... And having someone else reading meant that I could listen along with my students. The book, written in 1905, is from a Christian perspective. The stories are well-told, the language vivid, though not too graphic when it comes to the inevitable violence that accompanies invasion and battle. Two different readers alternate the reading, and chapters are easy to locate on the CDs. If you happen to be using Ambleside Online, you'll want to know that Our Island Story, Volume 1 corresponds to Ambleside's Year 1 reading schedule. Reviewed By: Jean Hall - EHO Eclectic Homeschool Online "

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (Author), David Thorn (Narrator)

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Our Island Story, Volume 2

Volume Two of a five part series telling The Story of Great Britain from its earliest beginnings to World War I. Our Island Story, originally published in 1905 and later updated, details the history of Britain up to World War I (including some myths and legends associated with British history). Author H. E. Marshall based the book on her answers to her children's questions about the history of their ""home island"" (Great Britain). Ruling Monarchs from 1066 to 1509 A.D. 1. Harold 2. The Battle of Stamford Bridge 3. The Battle of Hastings 4. William the Conqueror - The Story of Hereward the Wake 5. William the Conqueror - The Death of the King 6. The Story of William the Red 7. Henry I -The Story of the ""White Ship"" 8. The Story of King Stephen 9. Henry Plantagenet- The Story of Gilbert and Rohesia 10. Henry Plantagenet - The Story of Thomas a Becket 11. Henry Plantagenet - The Story of the Conquest of Ireland 12. The Story of Richard Coeur De Lion 13. Richard Coeur De Lion - The Story of How Blondel Found the King 14. John Lackland - The Story of Prince Arthur 15. John Lackland - The Story of the Great Charter 16. Henry III of Winchester - The Story of Hubert de Burgh 17. Henry III of Winchester- The Story of Simon De Montfort 18. Henry III The Story of the Poisoned Dagger 19. Edward I - The Little War of Chalons 20. Edward I - The Lawgiver - The Story of the First Prince of Wales 21. Edward I - The Hammer of the Scots 22. Edward II of Caernarvon -The Story of King Robert the Bruce and Bohun 23. Edward II of Caernarvon - The Story of the Battle of Bannockburn 24. Edward III of Windsor - The Story of the Battle of Sluys AUTHOR Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (1867 - 1941) was a British author, most famous for her works of history for children. For decades, Marshall's books were ubiquitous in schools and home libraries. Much of the popularity of her works stems from her talent for making history read like good storytelling. COMMENTARY Reviews for Alcazar AudioWorks' production of Our Island Story, Volume 2 Our Island Story, Volume 2, Part 1 is the second part in Alcazar Audioworks' project to bring H.E. Marshall's history of Great Britain to audiobook form. H.E. Marshall was a fine storyteller in her own right, and the two readers who alternate in the reading do a fine job, adding to the listener's interest. David Thorn's rich British accent suits his material well, and Bobbie Frohman contributes her usual warmth. Our Island Story, Volume 2, Part 1 covers the span of years between 1066 (King Harold's reign before William the Conqueror arrived) and the Battle of Sluys in 1340, during the reign of Edward III. We were fascinated by details we hadn't heard in other history books. There were good and decent kings (not too many of these, it seems), along with men who would be king, and ruthless men who made us shudder to hear of their deeds in their attempts to gain power. There are battles and brave deeds, triumphs and tragedies, and even some familiar figures - Robin Hood makes a brief appearance, during the time of Richard the Lion Heart, and we were excited to hear the story of the crowning of the Prince of Wales under Edward I, having first heard the story told at Canaervon Castle itself, where Edward's son was born. There were a few chapters that brought our sensitive youngest to tears (she's nine, the suggested minimum age for this book). I think that we'll save the rest of Our Island Story, at least the terrible parts, for when she's older, and have her older sister listen with headphones. The book, written in 1905, is from a Christian perspective. The stories are well-told, the language vivid, though not overly graphic when it comes to the inevitable violence that accompanies invasion and battle. (Parts are still graphic enough to upset a sensitive listener, however, such as a wicked king's plot to put out the eyes of his young nephew, and mention of that nephew's subsequent murder.) Two different readers alternate the reading, as noted above, and chapters are easy to locate on the CDs. If you happen to be using Ambleside Online, you'll want to know that Our Island Story, Volume 2, Part 1 will take you a little more than halfway through Year 2 of Ambleside's reading schedule. You will also need Volume 2, Part 2 to finish Ambleside's Year 2. Reviewed By: Jean Hall - EHO Eclectic Homeschool Online Alcazar Audioworks has done a wonderful job of bringing H.E. Marshall's history of Great Britain, Our Island Story, to audiobook form. History should not be a dusty, dry set of facts and dates, and Our Island Story is anything but that! H.E. Marshall was a gifted storyteller, selecting familiar (and I admit, not so familiar) anecdotes to weave these stories centered around famous figures in British history. The two readers who alternate in the reading add to the listener's interest. David Thorn's rich British accent suits his material well, and Bobbie Frohman contributes her usual warmth. Our Island Story, Volume 2, Part 2 is composed of chapters 46 through 61. The period of history covered begins with Edward III's involvement in the battle of Crecy in 1346 and ends with Henry VII who ruled from 1485 to 1509. There are battles and intrigues, gallant knights and craven villains. There are deeds of generosity examples of cruelty - because of the latter, we've had to be selective in our listening, making sure our sensitive youngest was prepared beforehand for upsetting material. If you happen to be using Ambleside Online, you'll want to know that Our Island Story, Volume 2, Part 2 would be used during Year 2 of Ambleside's reading schedule. You will also need Volume 2, Part 1 to complete Ambleside's Year 2. Reviewed By: Jean Hall - EHO Eclectic Homeschool Online "

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (Author), David Thorn (Narrator)

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Our Island Story, Volume 3,Volume 4

Volumes Three and Four of a five part series telling The Story of Great Britain from its earliest beginnings to World War I. Our Island Story, originally published in 1905 and later updated, details the history of Britain up to World War I (including some myths and legends associated with British history). Author H. E. Marshall based the book on her answers to her children's questions about the history of their ""home island"" (Great Britain). Volume 3 - The next 250 years from Henry VIII(1509 A.D.) to George II (d. 1759 A.D.) 1. Henry VIII - The Story of the Field of The Cloth of Gold 2. Henry VIII - How the King became the Defender of the Faith and How The Great Cardinal Died 3. Henry VIII - The Story of the King's Six Wives 4. Edward VI - The Story of the Boy King 5. The Story of Lady Jane Grey 6. Mary I - How the Princess Elizabeth became a Prisoner 7. Mary I - How a Candle was Lit in England which Has Never Been Put Out 8. Elizabeth - How the Imprisoned Princess Became Queen 9. Elizabeth - The Story of a Most Unhappy Queen 10. Elizabeth - The Story of How England was Saved from the Spaniards 11. Elizabeth - The Story of Sir Walter Raleigh 12. Elizabeth - The Story of the Queen's Favorite 13. James the VI of Scotland, Ist of England The Story of Guy Fawkes 14. James VI of Scotland, Ist of England - The Story of the Mayflower 15. Charles I How a Woman Struck a Blow for Freedom 16. Charles I - The Story of How the King and the Parliament Quarreled and at last Fought 17. Charles I - The Story of How the King was Brought to his Death 18. The Commonwealth - The Adventures of a Prince 19. The Commonwealth - The Lord Protector 20. Charles II - How the King Came to his Own, and How Death Walked in the Streets of London 21. Charles II - The Story of How London was Burned 22. James II of England, VII th of Scotland-The Fiery Cross 23. James II of England, VII th of Scotland-The Story of Monmouth 24. James II of England, VII th of Scotland - The Story of the Seven Bishops 25. James II of England, VII th of Scotland-William the Deliverer 26. William III and Mary II-The Story of Brave Londonderry 27. William III and Mary II - The Story of a Sad Day in a Highland Glen 28. Anne - How the Union Jack was Made 29. George I - The Story of the Earl of Mar's Hunting Party 30. George II - The Story of Bonnie Prince Charlie 31. George II - The Story of Flora MacDonald 32. George II - The Story of the Black Hole of Calcutta 33. George II - The Story of How Canada was Won Volume 4 - The loss of the American Colonies and the beginning of the industrial revolution 1. George III - The Story of How America was Lost 2. George III - The Story of the Spinning Wheel AUTHOR Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (1867 - 1941) was a British author, most famous for her works of history for children. For decades, Marshall's books were ubiquitous in schools and home libraries. Much of the popularity of her works stems from her talent for making history read like good storytelling. COMMENTARY Reviews for Alcazar AudioWorks' production of Our Island Story, Volume 3 & Volume 4 We've enjoyed listening to Our Island Story (an unabridged audiobook), H.E. Marshall's work detailing the history of Great Britain. Alcazar Audioworks has recorded this book using two readers who alternate throughout, David Thorn with his rich British accent and Bobbie Frohman with such warm tones. The whole book is divided into volumes, sold separately, which allows you to purchase just that part of history you are currently studying. H.E. Marshall was a gifted storyteller who selected familiar (and I admit, not so familiar) anecdotes to weave these stories centered around famous figures in British history. This is history as our children learn best: Rather than dry and dusty facts and dates to memorize by rote, we have stories of real people, vividly told. The CD set Our Island Story, Volumes 3 and 4 covers chapters 62 through 96 of the book, from Henry VIII (about 1509 A.D.) to George III and the American Revolution. There are many familiar stories here, such as those of the six wives of Henry VIII, Lady Jane Grey, Queen Elizabeth and Sir Walter Raleigh, Guy Fawkes, Cromwell, and Bonnie Prince Charlie, just to name a few. You'll find the sailing of the Mayflower, the great London Plague, and the London Fire. There are battles and intrigues, gallant knights and craven villains. There are deeds of generosity, examples of cruelty, brave adventures, and terrible tragedy - because of the latter, we've had to be selective in our listening, making sure our sensitive youngest was prepared beforehand for upsetting material. If you happen to be using Ambleside Online, you'll want to know that Our Island Story, Volumes 3 and 4 would be used during Years 3 and 4 of Ambleside's reading schedule. Reviewed By: Jean Hall - EHO Eclectic Homeschool Online "

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (Author), David Thorn (Narrator)

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Our Island Story, Volume 5

Volume Five of a five part series telling The Story of Great Britain from its earliest beginnings to World War I. Our Island Story, originally published in 1905 and later updated, details the history of Britain up to World War I (including some myths and legends associated with British history). Author H. E. Marshall based the book on her answers to her children's questions about the history of their ""home island"" (Great Britain). The French Revolution (1789 A.D.) to the conclusion of World War I (1919 A.D.) 1. George III - England Expects that Every Man will do his Duty 2. George III - The Battle of Waterloo 3. George IV - The First Gentleman in Europe 4. William IV - The Story of Two Peaceful Victories 5. Victoria - The Girl Queen 6. Victoria - When Bread was Dear 7. Victoria - Peace 8. Victoria - War 9. Victoria - The Land of Snow 10. Victoria - The Siege of Delhi 11. Victoria - The Pipes at Lucknow 12. Victoria - Under the Southern Cross 13. Victoria - From Cannibal to Christian 14. Victoria - Boer and Britain 15. Edward VII - The Peacemaker 16. George V - Armed Peace 17. World War 18. The Hope of the Future AUTHOR Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (1867 - 1941) was a British author, most famous for her works of history for children. For decades, Marshall's books were ubiquitous in schools and home libraries. Much of the popularity of her works stems from her talent for making history read like good storytelling. COMMENTARY Reviews for Alcazar AudioWorks' production of Our Island Story, Volume 5 We've enjoyed listening to Our Island Story, an unabridged audiobook, H.E. Marshall's book detailing the history of Great Britain. Alcazar Audioworks has recorded this book using two readers who alternate throughout, David Thorn with his rich British accent and Bobbie Frohman's warm tones. The whole book is divided into audiobook volumes, sold separately, which allows you to purchase just that part of history you are currently studying. H.E. Marshall had a knack for telling historical facts and events in a fresh, vivid way which stimulates interest as well as aiding memory and recall. Her history stories revolve around famous figures and events in British history, with the sort of details that children (and adults, too) find interesting and relevant. This is history as our children learn best: Rather than dry and dusty facts and dates to memorize by rote, we have stories of real people, vividly told. The CD set Our Island Story, Volume 5 covers the final section of the written text, chapters 97 through 114, from George III (who ruled during the American Revolution) to the end of the Great War to end all wars (or as we now call it, World War I) and the hope that people of the time placed in the League of Nations. Here you'll find the stories behind the famous names: the account of conflict with Napoleon, Admiral Nelson and the battle of Trafalgar, Wellington at Waterloo, Queen Victoria, and more. The story of the Great War and its hopeful aftermath is especially poignant, seen from present-day perspective. Caution: We ran across at least one objectionable word in the book, in a chapter detailing the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. The word is not lightly used, and in its context shows the contempt European slavers had for African-Americans, while the passage goes on to show the change of heart that led to slavery's demise in England and English holdings during the reign of William IV. Please keep in mind that this book was written early in the 1900s, and does not mince words the way modern texts do. If you happen to be using Ambleside Online, you'll want to know that Our Island Story, Volume 5 is listed as an ""optional extra"" on Ambleside's Year 5 reading schedule. Reviewed By: Jean Hall - EHO Eclectic Homeschool Online "

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (Author), David Thorn (Narrator)

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Bear Wants More

New York Times best-selling children's author Karma Wilson has won many prizes such as the National Parenting Publications Children's Resource Gold Award. Her story Bear Wants More is a Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Featured Selection. It's springtime and Bear is waking up from his winter nap. He hasn't had any food in a long time. Bear is HUNGRY! John McDonough's exuberant narration will be loved by all young listeners hungry for a good story.

Karma Wilson (Author), John McDonough (Narrator)

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The Children of the Lamp

When 12-year-old twins John and Philippa get their wisdom teeth, they suddenly have the power to grant wishes and make things disappear. They are genies! Quickly, they learn to control their powers just before they embark on a dangerous quest that will take them into the tomb of an ancient pharaoh. Along the way, the must confront Iblis, the most evil genie in the universe! This fast-paced and funny fantasy is the first children's novel from critically acclaimed thriller writer P.B. Kerr.

Philip Kerr (Author), Ron Keith (Narrator)

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Epossumondas

A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, professional storyteller Coleen Salley was presented the Flicker Tale Children's Book Award for Epossumondas, her signature variation of an old southern folk tale. Epossumondas is the joy of his mama and auntie. But, as his mama is fond of saying, he doesn't have the sense he was born with! Listeners of all ages will delight in this humorous tale of a precocious young possum who keeps getting himself into more and more mischief.

Coleen Salley (Author), Cynthia Darlow (Narrator)

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Freddy and the Ignormus

A series of robberies has disrupted the peaceful life at the Bean Farm. First, food disappears from The First Animal Bank. Then sheets and shirts vanish from a clothesline. By the time oats are stolen from the barn, everyone is suspicious and upset. Soon, the animals even suspect Freddy! Who, or what, is responsible for the crimes? What is the mysterious white shape in the Great Woods? When the animals get threatening letters demanding food in exchange for their safety, it's up to Freddy to solve the mystery of the Ignormus-even if it means going into the Great Woods alone. The Freddy books are beloved classics of children's literature. With their lively friendships and adventures, the perceptive pig and his barnyard companions have delighted generations of young readers. Veteran narrator John McDonough conveys each line with gentle humor and warmth.

Walter R. Brooks (Author), John McDonough (Narrator)

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The Valley of Secrets

When Stephen, raised as an orphan, learns that he has inherited an estate in the Cornish countryside, he has no idea what to expect. And when he arrives at Lansbury Hall, there is no one to greet him . . . or so he thinks. But waiting for Stephen are his great uncle's diary of a journey long ago up the Amazon with a native guide . . . and a hidden valley filled with creatures from the Amazon rainforest.

Charmian Hussey (Author), Charles Keating (Narrator)

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Dancing Shoes

Aunt Cora is determined to turn two orphans, perky Hilary and sullen Rachel, into members of her dance troupe. But Rachel wants to keep Hilary from being one of Wintle’s Little Wonders—is it selfishness or something else? Misunderstandings and a spoiled cousin come together for a tale full of high drama. Originally published in 1957.

Noel Streatfeild (Author), Elizabeth Sastre (Narrator)

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