(Catholic American History Set of 5) First published by Benziger Bros. in the 1950's. These beautiful reproductions of The Land of Our Lady Series of American History present a balanced Catholic view of this history.
The five volumes, grades 4-5-6-7-8, cover the time from before Columbus landing in America to the mid-1950's, when these great books were originally published. Each book contains a concise yet interesting record of a specific period in American history always explaining the Catholic influence of religion, culture and morality. Every private Catholic school, home schooling family and library will benefit from these Catholic textbooks.
Cloth, hardcover, gold embossed.
Land of Our Lady Book 1 Founders of Freedom, most often used in Grades 3 or 4, but can be used as a read-aloud as young as 2nd grade, begins with the Creation, ending with events leading up to the discovery of the New World. Written in a conversational style that makes a pleasant read-aloud to young elementary students.
Land of Our Lady Book 2 Bearers of Freedom, most often used in Grade 5, begins with Columbus arriving in the New World, ending with the French and Indian War.
Land of Our Lady Book 3 Leaders of Freedom, most often used in Grade 6, begins with events leading up to the Revolutionary War, ending with an overview of early American education, literature, and inventions.
Land of Our Lady Book 4 Challenge of Freedom, most often used in Grade 7, begins with the exploration of the West, ending with a description of America as she becomes an industrial nation.
Land of Our Lady Book 5 Guardian of Freedom, most often used in Grade 8, begins with the acquisition of Alaska and Hawaii, and ends with the Korean War