Sharing His Story through the Stories of Yesterday and Today
Robert Louis Stevenson was a writer who was born in Scotland in 1850. He struggled with poor health all of his life. He studied engineering and law, but his real love always remained writing. On June 28, 1888, he and his family left for the South Seas in search of a climate that would be […]
Today we remember the life and legacy of American Author William Cullen Bryant, who died June 12, 1878, at the age of 83. He was a life-long author and lover of books, having written one of his best-known works, “Thanatopsis,” when he was only seventeen. Our timeline worksheet is a special printable packet of information […]
On May 2, 1611, the first King James Version of the Bible was published. Today, we’re going to practice handwriting skills with a passage from this version, John 1:1-14. Timeline Worksheets for May 2, 1611: John 1:1-14 Copywork (print) John 1:1-14 Copywork (cursive) John 1:1-14 Copywork (manuscript) Fits World history, Bible translation history, and Authors and […]
Today we have TWO new subscriber freebies to tell you about! My Book on China takes elementary students to the cities of Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. It introduces kids to the past and present of these cities through simple copywork exercises and shares ways kids can pray for the nation of China. 15 pages total. […]
Our final piece of poetry copywork is going up later than I planned, but I’m excited to share this excerpt from “A Child’s Garden of Verses.” It makes me want to grab a good book and got lost in another world. Download your free copywork in print, cursive, or manuscript format. I hope you enjoy! […]
Celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day April 24th! Here’s some free poetry copywork for you to enjoy! William Wordsworth’s poem “Written in March.” William Blake “The Tiger” “The Lion and the Mouse,” an Aesop fable written in verse by Jeffrey Taylor “A Child’s Garden of Verses” by Robert Louis Stevenson And here’s an Elizabeth Barrett Browning […]
On April 19, 1775, the shot heard ’round the world was fired. The Battles of Lexington and Concord fought between the British regulars and the American minutemen and others marked the beginning of the American Revolution. Today, we remember that anniversary with handwriting practice from the “Concord Hymn” by Ralph Waldo Emerson and the inscription […]
It’s Week Three of National Poetry Month! Today’s poem copywork printable is something a little different. It is an Aesop fable written in verse by Jeffrey Taylor. It’s called “The Lion and the Mouse.” Download your free Aesop fable copywork in print, cursive, or manuscript format. I hope you enjoy! “The Lion and the Mouse” […]
Welcome to part two of our celebration of National Poetry Month. Our second in the series of four printable copywork poems is “The Tiger” by William Blake. Download your free poetry copywork in either print, cursive, or manuscript style. “The Tiger” Print Copywork “The Tiger” Cursive Copywork “The Tiger” Manuscript Copywork You […]
It’s National Poetry Month, we we’re celebrating with four weeks of free poetry copywork! This week, we’re saying goodbye to winter and hello to summer with William Wordsworth’s poem “Written in March.” Download your free William Wordsworth copywork in either print, cursive, or manuscript style. “Written […]
On March 24, 1882, the world lost the author Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Considered by many to be the most popular American poet of the 19th century, Longfellow is remembered for works including Evangeline, The Song of Hiawatha, The Courtship of Miles Standish, “Paul Revere’s Ride,” The Village Blacksmith, and many others. Today’s freebie is a notebooking and […]
Today, we remember March 16, 1751, the birthday of James Madison, who would become the fourth President of the United States. Prior to his time in office, he was very influential in the creation of the Bill of Rights. Learn more about this early leader with this copywork of an excerpt from his inaugural address. Timeline […]
In 1904, Andrew Carnegie established the Hero Fund as a way of giving back to those who give so much in the service of others. We are surrounded by heroes and never need to look far to find one. I hope you enjoy this free Carnegie copywork and a hero thank you card that you […]
James Russell Lowell was a lawyer whose heart was swayed more by literature than the law. He wrote about famous authors of the past and wrote through the storms of grief and frustration. Our timeline worksheet is a special printable packet of information about the author, a timeline worksheet of important events in his life, […]
I’m so excited to share with you bonus content related to my new Asia: Its People and History release. Even if you haven’t read the book, please enjoy these free copywork pages and word puzzles related to the land of Asia. History and Geography-themed copywork (three handwriting styles) Facts about Bangladesh Facts about China Facts […]
I am so excited to be a new contributing member to Jill Craft’s Blessed Beyond a Doubt blog! Today we have the first Teachable Timeline, a history round-up post of ways you can bring 1874 to life! Plus, Winston Churchill copywork just in time for Winston Churchill Day, February 9th. You can download We Shall […]
No matter how many times I read the words of Jesus in the Gospel of John, I never tire of them. For Valentine’s Day, I thought I would spend some time reflecting on how Jesus said the world will know that we love Him. Please enjoy this free Valentine’s Day copywork in print, cursive, and […]
He led a troubled life, died at the age of 40, and wrote some of the most memorable (and frightening) literature in American history. Today we remember the birthday of Edgar Allan Poe, born January 19, 1809, in Boston. Our timeline worksheet is a special printable packet of information about the author, a timeline worksheet […]
On December 24, 1851, a fire at the Library of Congress destroyed thousands of volumes. Of the approximately 55,000 volumes in the library at the time, it is estimated that about two-thirds of them were lost. Today’s copywork includes Scripture verses that are inscribed within the Library of Congress buildings. Timeline Worksheet: December 24, 1851, […]
On December 17, 1807, a baby boy was born to Quaker farmers in Massachusetts. His early life did not mirror those of some of the nation’s great writers. He did not have the opportunity for years of formal schooling, but that did not hamper his love of learning. At nineteen he would see his first poem published. […]
December 12, 1851, is Poinsettia Day. It honors the death anniversary of Dr. Joel Roberts Poinsett, the American diplomat who introduced the poinsettia to the United States. Try this handwriting practice printable about Dr. Poinsett. Timeline Worksheet: December 12, 1851, Poinsettia Day Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history timeline.) If […]
Christmas Copywork from Isaiah. Enjoy Isaiah 9:2, 6 KJV in print, cursive, or manuscript style. I was featured on Family Fun Friday! A Martyr’s Christmas Unit Study Explore Colombia, India, Turkey, and Algeria, and meet men and women who suffered for their faith in Christ at Christmastime. Unit Study for elementary-middle school ages.
He is remembered as one of the greatest humor writers in American history, though parts of his life were anything but humorous. Mark Twain was born November 30, 1835. Our timeline worksheet is a special printable packet of information about the author, a timeline worksheet of important events in his life, and a notebooking page for […]
On November 19, 1862, Billy Sunday was born. Billy Sunday was an evangelist who had many jobs during his lifetime, including YMCA worker and professional baseball player! God will use anyone anywhere, in any job, if they let Him. What job does God want you to do today? Enjoy some Scripture copywork, Isaiah 6:8-9a (print, manuscript, and cursive). […]
On November 4, 1884, Grover Cleveland was elected the 22nd President of the United States. He would later also be elected the 24th President, becoming the only person to serve as President in two discontinuous terms. I hope you enjoy this quote from Grover Cleveland in today’s Presidential Copywork. * * Timeline Worksheet: November 4, […]
On October 30, 1735, John Adams, the second President of the United States, was born. Try your hand at this Presidential copywork and become familiar with one of his familiar quotations plus discover timeline facts from his term as President. Timeline Worksheet: October 30, 1735, Presidential Copywork Fits American history timeline.* *If you are new to […]
He is remembered for his literature, his contributions to the medical field, his friendly personality, and for the mark his oldest son left on judicial history. Oliver Wendell Holmes, born August 29, 1809, and died on October 7, 1894. Our timeline worksheet is a special printable packet of information about the author, a timeline worksheet […]
Come celebrate the birthday of one of the most familiar names in textbook history, William H. McGuffey, born September 23, 1800. Enjoy some McGuffey Reader copywork! Timeline Worksheet: September 23, 1800, McGuffey Reader Copywork Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history timeline or literary timeline.) There are more FREE McGuffey Reader […]
On September 15, 1857, future President of the United States, William H. Taft, was born. Enjoy some fun Presidential Copywork of a few of the 27th President’s quotations. For even more free Presidential Copywork, sign up for a free Homeschool Copywork membership and download an excerpt of President Taft’s inaugural speech (33 pages total, print and […]
On September 11, 1862, American author William S. Porter (O. Henry) is born. Contrary to the title of today’s copywork poem “Nothing to Say,” William S. Porter proved he had much to say that forever changed American literature. Enjoy today’s poetry copywork in print, cursive, or manuscript formats. Timeline Worksheet: September 11, 1862, O. […]
Do you remember what you were paid for your first job? If you were working in 1955, you may remember August 12, when the U.S. minimum wage was raised to $1.00. Let’s try our hands at some special copywork with math problems built in! Timeline Worksheet: August 12, 1955, Math Copywork Blank printable timeline index […]
On August 10, 1874, Herbert Hoover, the future 31st President of the United States, was born. Let’s celebrate his birthday with some Presidential Copywork, an excerpt from one of his famous speeches. Timeline Worksheet: August 10, 1874, Presidential Copywork Blank printable timeline index card Printable timeline index card (Fits American history timeline.) If you are […]
