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Wings for Per
This story is about a boy named Per who lives on a mountain and dreams of flying. When his country is invaded by enemies, Per and his friends are forced to make a long journey over the sea to safety, but when they arrive, they don't want to live in comfort while their people live under tyranny. Per makes an even longer journey across the ocean where he trains as a fighter pilot so he can fly for freedom and justice.
Wings for Per, by Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire, is a charmingly illustrated story based loosely on the life of Ingri's nephew, Per Bugge, who grew up and lived in Norway until the German occupation in 1940 and flew in the Royal Air Force against the Nazis in World War II. This book was first published during WWII, and was recently republished with the historic story behind the book included in the back. 60 pgs, pb. ~ Rachel E.
Originally published in 1944, this is the story of a Norwegian boy growing up pre-WWII who learns about freedom and the value of defending that right, and eventually becomes a WWII flyer. Through beautiful illustrations, in the D'Aulaires unmistakable style, Per's journey from his hometown, to America, and then his return as a pilot, readers will see his will to protect and free his family and homeland from tyranny. Book also includes extensive historical background information on the real-life Per and his adventures.
Beautiful Feet curriculum takes a multi-level, living book approach to teaching history, geography and world cultures, using easy to use Guides for the teacher and engaging, well-written literature for the student. The Guides provide book lists, chapter readings, discussion and research questions, background information, website links, answer keys, and more. See our website for lists of literature resources to accompany each guide. Most guides provide content for one year of study, with the exception of Geography through Literature and Western Expansion. The latter two are recommended to be completed together for one year of study. Numbers of lessons vary, and are scheduled 1 to 4 days per week. Recommended Timelines, Maps , or a Composition Book maybe available. See individual courses for more details. Timelines are cardstock and include the figures referenced in the study. Students will need to color, cut and assemble the timeline and figures. History and geography come alive with these well done literature guides. See our website for required books for each guide. Some guides and resources contain Christian content while others do not; contact us for additional information.
Introduce children to the fascinating and diverse world in which we live through delightful children's books. Modeled after the Charlotte Mason philosophy of notebooking, this study focuses on the 4 R's: reading, reasoning, relating and recording. Skills are age appropriate and gentle to engage and inspire children in the learning process. Geography, cultures, animals, folk tales and fables, music and art, are all covered, as are nature studies, poetry and recipes. Literature rich, the authors also provide additional literature and video resources to go deeper. Volumes are flexible for one semester (4 lessons/week) or one year (2 lessons/week). Beautifully illustrated with vibrant photographs and gorgeous art reproductions for the art studies. Black and white nature drawings are included and reproducible for individual families. Quality art supplies are recommended. Please note that a Japanese notebook, Tsubame, is recommended and sold by Beautiful Feet, but we currently do not offer it. ~ Deanne
Product Format: | Paperback |
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Brand: | Beautiful Feet Books |
Author: | Ingi and Edgar D'Aulaire |
Grades: | K-3 |
ISBN: | 9781893103788 |
Length in Inches: | 12 |
Width in Inches: | 8.75 |
Height in Inches: | 0.25 |
Weight in Pounds: | 0.55 |