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A thorough (3.5 hour) collection of freedom documents, songs, stories, poems and more! Put this in your car CD player and enjoy!
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Teach your children what Americans do, why America is great, and all about our amazing form of government!
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view | A Patriot's Handbook 50% Off!Oh my—this is great! A full unabridged audio compilation of American songs, poems, stories, speeches, and other source documents tell the story of America and the story of freedom! Many of the recordings are the original recording of the the author himself, such as Robert Frost, John F. Kennedy, Neil Armstrong, Ronald Reagan and others! Listen to Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by Ronald Reagan's "Farewell Address," and the letters between John and Abigail Adams. A fabulous audio-textbook for students of American history of all ages. Includes 3 audio CDs for a total of three and a half hours of listening and learning. A unique collection that I highly recommend!
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view | Take Your Hat Off When the Flag Goes By 20% Off!What an easy way to learn about the Constitution! Includes songs such as "Take Your Hat Off", "I Love America", "In 1776", "Here in America", "George Washington", and more. CD comes with large, paperback, full-color 9x11" picture book complete with all the lyrics to the songs. Book has a quiz section in the back to see how much you really learned. You'll be surprised how much information sticks when you learn it to music. Produced by Brite Music, known for excellent quality. Ages 5-12, but an exciting and easy way to learn for the whole family.
Buy it in e-book format here. Includes both an e-book in color and a musical audio download.
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view | Learning the Bill of Rights in Minutes Visualization and association can help you learn and remember the key points of the Bill of Rights easily—and it is fun! Your children will love the challenge of linking the picture on each memory chart with its meaning. For example, the ninth amendment (i.e. the people retain their rights not enumerated in the Constitution) is illustrated by a scrolled Constitution which resembles a number 9, along with a colonist holding tight to the letter "R" (his rights). Clever and fun, you'll have the Bill of Rights down cold! Includes charts of the written amendments, illustrated memory charts, notes and teaching aids.
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view | Wee Sing America CD + Songbook Wee Sing America is a tribute to our nation, a collection of 60 songs about our land and our flag, war and peace, and about the people who explored, settled and built our country—songs that were created and sung by our forefathers. The songbook has the scores and words from every verse along with quotes and fascinating facts. I don't think it should be called "Wee", since the songs are inspiring for teens and adults too! We sing these songs often, especially at the beginning of our homeschool. Includes 60 minutes of song and a 64 page small, illustrated paperback songbook.
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view | American History Stories You Never Read in School Top Seller!. . . but should have! If you could judge a book by its cover, you'd be right this time! This original 1889 school textbook was discovered in a rare book sale, and the reader was so touched by the patriotic spirit represented that he determined to reprint it. The stories are captivating enough to entice my teenagers, but I love to read them aloud to the whole family. Stories include: "Daughters of Liberty," "Boston Tea Party," "Paul Revere's Ride," "Origin of Yankee Doodle," "History of Our Flag", "Lydia Darrah Saves General Washington," "Benjamin Franklin," and many more. Illustrated with original lovely black-and white-drawings and photographs. Paperback, 150 pages.
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view | We the People 15% OffContained within are the beautiful accounts of the men, women and children who sacrificed everything to build this nation. It is a book of hope and freedom, a book that will make you proud to be an American. This new volume begins where American History Stories You Never Read in School leaves off. Having successfully beaten the greatest Empire of his time, General George Washington is elected the first President of the new United States. Here we are given a rare glimpse into his noble character as President. We learn of the administration of the great Thomas Jefferson; his wise expansion of our borders and his love for his countrymen and his fiddle. We learn more of what the British were up too after the Revolution and how we had to fight, and beat them a second time in the War of 1812. Paperback, illustrated, 158 pages.
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view | Quill Pen and Powdered Ink Re-enact history with this hand-carved goose quill pen. Includes brochure on heavy parchment paper and a packet of powdered ink, just like Lewis and Clark carried with them on their cross-country trek to the Pacific Ocean. Just add water to make ink. This is the real thing, the same kind of pen used to sign the "Declaration of Independence" and other historic documents, and it will make a great hands-on history lesson that your children won't forget!
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view | The Law This basic book on the proper role of government by Frederic Bastiat was first written in 1850. The principles of government in this timeless book are universal, and should be understood by every freedom lover. This is logical and easy reading, great for teens and adults. Paperback, 75 pages.
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view | Pocket Constitutions 53% Off!Nothing like being able to see it for yourself, as you discuss the documents of freedom. Includes the entire text of the "Constitution", "Bill of Rights", "Declaration of Independence", dates to remember and an index to the Constitution and Amendments. Paperback, 46 pages.
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view | New! How to Prosper in the Age of Obamanomics 10% Off Who is to blame for the current economic mess—Democrats? Republicans? Wall Street Executives? All of us? Howard Ruff has recommendations on what investments will make you rich in these hard times, and those which will not. He explains why dollars in your pocket (or the bank) may become useless paper and why super inflation is in your immediate future. The #1 New York Times author of history's all-time best-selling financial book, which sold over 3 million copies: How to Prosper in the Coming Bad Years is back again, with updated info for today! Paperback, 142 pages.
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view | Common Sense by Glenn Beck
The Case Against an Out-of-Control Government In the spirit of Thomas Paine's original book by the same title, Glenn Beck, conservative and homeschool dad, urges us to return to common sense as a nation, to find sensible solutions to America's problems. Thomas Paine was an ordinary man who changed the course of history by penning Common Sense, the concise 1776 masterpiece in which, through extraordinarily straightforward and indisputable arguments, he encouraged his fellow citizens to take control of America's future—and, ultimately, her freedom. Nearly two and a half centuries later, those very freedoms once again hang in the balance. And now, Glenn Beck revisits Paine's powerful treatise with one purpose: to galvanize Americans to see past government's easy solutions, two-part monopoly, and illogical methods and take back our great country. Paperback, 192 pages.
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view | Arguing with Idiots
How to Stop Small Minds and Big Government 17% OffWritten by popular conservative radio host Glenn Beck. Idiots can't be identified through voting records, they can be found only by looking for people who hide behind stereotypes, embrace partisanship, and believe that bumper sticker slogans are a substitute for common sense. If you know someone who fits the bill, then Arguing with Idiots will help you silence them once and for all with the ultimate weapon: the truth.
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view | The Real George Washington Enjoy a personal glimpse into the life of one of the greatest men who ever lived, the Father of our Country. No debasing stories that question his integrity here! Meet the man who lost his father at age 11 and nearly joined the British Navy at 15. He was ambushed in the French and Indian War, escaping injury with a coat and hat full of bullet holes. Humbly, Washington resisted plans to crown him king, and sacrificed his dream to live a quiet life in the country to become this nation's first president. His most important words are arranged alphabetically by topic in a 200 page section. This book gives Washington the honor he deserves and makes me love him even more. Illustrated, paperback, 950 pages, teen/adult reading level.
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view | The Real Thomas Jefferson You will be in awe of Jefferson's greatness when viewed through this thoroughly documented biography of one of America's most important Founders. Part I tells the fascinating story of his life as a philosopher and statesman. Just the number of foreign languages he knew is incredible! Part II contains the most powerful passages from Jefferson's writings, arranged alphabetically by topic. What a righteous, intelligent, noble man he was! He is my son Mark's role model. Inspiring reading and resource for teens and adults. Paperback, 709 pages, black and white illustrations.
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view | The Real Benjamin Franklin An insightful biography of one of America's great Founding Fathers. Franklin was a "have-not" who made and sacrificed a fortune to help launch the first free people in modern times. Who doesn't love Benjamin Franklin, with his humorous and forthright opinions? The number of his inventions (eye glasses, rocking chair, lightening rod, Franklin stove, free public libraries, etc.) is staggering! This volume also includes hundreds of his statements, arranged alphabetically by topic. Paperback, 504 pages with black and white illustrations. Good American history reading for high school through adult.
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view | The American Classic Series: The Real George Washington, Real Thomas Jefferson, and Real Benjamin Franklin 12% Off
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view | Principles of Liberty DVD 50% OffThis DVD will introduce you to those eternal principles of freedom that link God's perfect law with man's best law. They are the foundation upon which any good government must be built. These concepts were understood before our Founders wrote the Constitution. The loss of this wisdom has allowed secularists to misinterpret, misteach and cause grave problems in our nation today. No soldier can perform effectively until he has prepared for involvement. He cannot even train for his job, let alone, join the fight, until he has completed basic training. If he fights without the necessary training, his heart may always be in the right place, but his effectiveness will be limited at best. Often, "good" people, because of the things they do not understand, help the enemy. This DVD is a first step toward being prepared to help maintain liberty and morality. Learning these fundamental principles is the root training for every freedom fighter, teacher, and parent. Even many who are experienced, well educated, and presently involved have not fully learned these basics. This knowledge gives us a beginning standard by which to measure political proposals, ideas, policies, programs, and politicians.
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view | 5000 Year Leap 25% OffThe industrial revolution thrust mankind ahead 5,000 years! For most of the earth's history, man has lived basically under the same primitive conditions. Suddenly, in an element of free enterprise, advancements were made that drastically changed man from the farmer to the space explorer. But there was hardly a single idea that the American Founding Fathers put into their plan that hadn't been thought of before. When the Constitution was being written, none of those ideas were really being practiced anywhere in the world. It was in America that true freedom was born, based on 28 principles endorsed by the Founding Fathers. These principles and their influence on the world caused a great forward leap in technology. These were ideas such as 1) the proper role of government is to protect equal rights not to provide equal things and 2) a free people will not survive unless they stay strong. This inspiring book contains a chapter discussion on each of the 28 principles of freedom. Paperback, 337 pages. Black-and-white illustrations.
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view | The Making of America I have never found a more sound and more inspiring explanation of the Constitution and American government than W. Cleon Skousen's classic volume. We have often marveled at the incredible insights into our God-given form of government. The first 1/3 of the book relates history of the time that led up to the Constitution, treating the Founding Fathers with utmost respect. The remainder of the book examines the Constitution in detail. Passages from the writings of America's founders explain their intent with each clause in the Constitution. Since being well versed in the Constitution is our only hope of protecting our freedom, I believe that every family needs to learn it the best they can. Teen/adult reading level. Hardcover, 888 pages. A classic!
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view | American Government and US Constitution Study Course This helpful study guide provides a fill-in-the-blank, question and answer approach to studying American government and the Constitution, using well-respected Constitution authority W. Cleon Skousen's books The 5000 Year Leap and The Making of America. This can be used as either a personal study syllabus or as a guide for family discussions. The materials will help you gain an in-depth understanding of how the Founding Fathers discovered our inspired system of self-government, what the actual text of the Constitution truly means, and how to view important current events from a constitutional perspective. Originally written to be used in once-a-month neighborhood meetings, each lesson gives the reading assignments and then asks 20 questions, leaving space to write in the answers. Teen/adult level. 68 pages in binder.
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view | America's Providential History Studying American history has brought me such increased witness of God's hand in our nation's history! He truly guided and directed the events of America's founding. This excellent volume is unique in its content and in its aim—to show how God has led and guided this nation. I have discovered information in this book that I've never seen elsewhere. Did you know that when George Washington was sworn into office he leaned over and kissed the Bible?! Did you know that the starving Continental Army was unexpectedly fed a miraculous supply of fish? Using pitchforks and shovels, the men plunged into the freezing water to throw thousands of shad up onto the snowy banks of the Schuylkill River, providing plenty of food for the army. Each inspiring page details God's workings, from the inception of liberty, through the Pilgrim period, the Revolution, and the Civil War. Ends with a call for Americans to turn back to God. Paperback, 294 pages, black-and white-drawings throughout.
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view | The Bulletproof George Washington No one could shoot George Washington off his horse, no matter how they tried. This book is the amazingly true account of God's miraculous protection of George Washington in the French and Indian War, and Washington's open gratitude for God's divine intervention. Until 1934 this story could be found in virtually all American public school textbooks. Inspiring! Teen/adult reading level. Paperback, 60 pages.
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view | A More Perfect Union: America Becomes a Nation, DVD 50% OffThis comprehensive and dramatic video chronicles how America became a nation. Filmed on location at Independence Hall, Williamsburg, etc. A handful of brilliant men—James Madison, George Washington, and Benjamin Franklin—lead a political battle to create a new, unique form of government, one that will establish a standard of self-government for the world. For ages 10 and up. This 70-minute film is a prize-winning production that we highly recommend!
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view | Advice to the Young This exact reprint of an 1832 copy is complete with old-fashioned lettering, illustrations, and Noah Webster's famous counsel to young people to prepare their minds and hearts to further insure America's free government. Also includes Noah Webster's "Moral Catechism". Webster was an influential Founding Father, having served as a soldier during the Revolution and being the first to call for a Constitutional Convention. Knowing that our government's success would depend on educating the people in high Christian principles, Noah Webster spent nearly 60 years as a leading educator, authoring textbooks. His wonderful advice includes "Let your first care, through life, be directed to support and extend the influence of the Christian religion and the observance of the Sabbath" and "It is not only proper that children should obey their parents, but their obedience should be prompt and cheerful." Teenager/adult reading level or for read-aloud to younger children. Paperback, 60 pages.
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view | Whatever Happened to Justice? This insightfully clear description of common law, justice, and economics is so helpful in a day when our legal system is no longer always judging right from wrong. The principles so lucidly taught in this book are completely in harmony with the views of the Founding Fathers. Written as letters that answer questions, the author tells how common law in this country was founded. Common law judges formed laws, for example: 1) Do all you have agreed to do and 2) Do not encroach on other persons or their property. An interesting note—those who didn't comply and were found to be "outside the law," had no protection by the common law, and came to be known as "outlaws". The description of those persons who had decided to be an outlaw would be widely publicized. Then anyone could hunt them down and enslave them, or kill them; it was all outside the court's business, the outlaw had made his choice. Includes many interesting descriptions. This book helps us return to our roots and examine the foundations on which our beliefs and actions are based. Paperback, 254 pages, for grades 5 and up.
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view | Whatever Happened to Penny Candy? Here's an entertaining introduction to economics that is guaranteed to keep your children interested! Written as a series of letters from "Uncle Eric," this book presents easy-to-understand basics of our free enterprise system. Learn such tidbits as why coins are ribbed on the edge (so you can't slice off a wee piece to make gold and silver coins weigh less, which was a common deceit), why the gold standard is a thing of the past, how federal debt works, and why we can never catch up. Also covers topics such as the origin and history of money, the history of our dollar, the economic behavior of the government, the business cycle, inflation, recession, depression, foreign currency, how and why the government impacts the value of money, and the wisdom and pitfalls of investing. That description may sound boring, but the book is definitely not! Grades 5-adult. Paperback, 125 pages.
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view | Penny Candy Economics Companion Course This book will turn the study of Whatever Happened to Penny Candy? into a great economics course for children. Includes comprehension questions, vocabulary words, research, and application exercises. Additional recommendations for further study are given in the form of web sites to research, books to read, and movies and documentaries to watch to enhance the understanding of economics. Also contains a final test, essay, answer key, and additional reading articles. It's time we understood the economy! Paperback, 125 pages, for ages 11-16 years.
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view | Land of Fair Play Want to give your child an old and refreshing look at why America is so successful? The Land of Fair Play teaches clearly the theory and practice of American government based on the Christian values of the Founding Fathers. Covers all aspects of the laws of freedom and "fair play" in America, the Constitution, duties of Americans, the three branches of the federal government, the state governments, political parties, elections, taxation and more. I really like the spotlights on some of our Founding Fathers such as: George Washington, Noah Webster, James Madison, and Samuel Adams. Questions are included at the end of each chapter and an excellent appendix and index for reports and assignments is included. (Note: on page 167 you will find some derogatory information about Thomas Jefferson. I simply eliminate this page, and still find the book to be quite worthwhile.) A good and economical civics course for 11-13 year olds. Paperback, 180 pages, black & white illustrations.
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view | Capital!
Washington D.C. from A to Z 55% OffWelcome to our nation's capital! Learn about the home of American government through this colorful picture book, which highlights famous memorials, museums, monuments, people and more from A to Z. For "A", you'll visit Apollo 11 at the Air and Space Museum. For the letter "B", see how a one dollar bill is made at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. The letter "J" takes you to the "Jefferson Memorial" to learn about this statesman and his wonderful contributions. On it goes through "Z". Paperback, 48 pages, for ages 4 to 12 years.
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view | A Kid's Guide to the White House 34% OffThis lively, kid-friendly guide to the president's home will answer your questions about how the White House was built, the first families and their pets that have lived there, and how the White House works. Take a tour of the public rooms and visit the big back yard. Filled with facts, photographs, and puzzles. Paperback, 96 pages.
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view | So You Want to Be President? 50% OffTake a fun look at what it takes to be a president with this delightful picture book highlighting the historical triumphs and troubles of our first 41 presidents. Filled with interesting facts as well as comical incidents from the lives of the presidents including such things as where they lived, how big their families were, their level of education, their religion, personalities and the shape of their physiques. Read about the specially made giant bathtub that was built for President William Howard Taft, learn about the mischievous adventure of Theodore Roosevelt's pony, and more. At the end of the book is a listing of each president that includes biographical information and an insightful one-line commentary summarizing his time in office. The drawings are amusing, colorful "political cartoon" type. Hardcover, 56 pages.
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view | Woodrow, the White House Mouse Take a trip through the White House and learn about the president's duty through this "mouse eye's" view. Attend the Inaugural Ball, enjoy Easter's "Egg Rolling" on the White House lawn, visit the Oval Office, the State Room, The East Room, the Red Room, the Green Room and see the White House Christmas tree. Paperback color picture book, 32 pages for ages 5 to 8 years.
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view | Star Spangled Banner Help your family learn the words to our national anthem the easy way! Patriotic images accompany the large sized words so it is easy to see and sing along. Paperback, 24 pages.
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view | George Washington's Rules of Decent Behavior George Washington spent time analyzing and collecting rules that he felt constituted decent behavior. His 110 rules include such gems as "Show not yourself glad at the misfortune of another, though he were your enemy" and "Labor to keep alive in your breast that little celestial fire called conscience." We mention these rules often in our family, especially when someone laughs at her own joke (thus breaking one of Washington's rules!). Promotes gentility and provides an interesting glimpse into our beloved founding father. Paperback booklet, 18 pages, illustrated.
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Fascinating, true, little-known stories from America's founding.
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I am Diane Hopkins, mother of 7 children (ages 14 to 34) whom I have had the privilege of homeschooling over the past 23 years. I'm a mom, just like you, and have those fabulous days and those not-so-good days like we all do. My hope in writing is to share experiences, and hopefully we can encourage one another in this wonderful, intense adventure of childraising--that is really what homeschooling is, after all.
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