Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year

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Gutenberg ID

21046

Title

Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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A curated collection of classic literature for seventh-grade readers, featuring adventure, patriotic history, and timeless moral tales. The volume emphasizes virile, enjoyable literature to foster a genuine love of reading, utilizing groupings like 'Adventure' and 'Our Country' to explore themes of heroism, citizenship, and virtue.

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E. C. Hartwell's *Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year* is a comprehensive educational volume designed to cultivate a genuine love for literature among seventh-grade students and junior high school pupils. Compiled with a focus on ethical development and patriotic content, the text bridges the gap between basic reading proficiency and a deep appreciation for classic and historical narratives. The book is organized into thematic sections, including 'A Sheaf of Legends,' 'Pioneer Days,' 'Special Days,' 'Adventure,' 'Under the Open Sky,' 'Stories That Teach,' 'In Good Humor,' 'In Time of War,' 'Our Country,' and 'From Great Books.' This arrangement allows for the comparative study of similar themes while ensuring that pupils frequently feel a sense of accomplishment by completing distinct sections. The collection features diverse selections from renowned authors such as Mark Twain, Walt Whitman, Robert Browning, and William Shakespeare, alongside original pieces on American history and pioneer life. Narratives range from the heroic rescue of the French fleet by Hervé Riel and the legendary strength of a Lygian bull-fighter to solemn reflections on Abraham Lincoln's legacy and the spirit of Christmas. The text emphasizes social virtues, citizenship, and reverence for pioneer fathers, aiming to raise clean, upright, and loyal citizens. Mechanically, the volume is crafted to be attractive to children, featuring open page layouts, clean-cut type, and illustrations that prevent the book from appearing cumbersome. It encourages 'socialized work' through opportunities for dramatization, committee assignments, and team activities, fostering a cooperative spirit in the classroom. A companion Teachers' Manual provides detailed lesson plans and guidance on teaching methods, including silent reading speed tests, oral reading, memorization, and the use of illustrative material. Ultimately, the book seeks to ensure that mastery of the printed page is not the sole aim, but rather a means to develop a lasting taste for good books and a deeper understanding of one's country and humanity.

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