World Stories Retold for Modern Boys and Girls by William James Sly
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About this eBook
| Author | Sly, William James, 1867-1940 |
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| Title |
World Stories Retold for Modern Boys and Girls
One Hundred and Eighty-seven Five-minute Classic Stories for Retelling in Home, Sunday School, Children's Services, Public School Grades and "The Story-hour" in Public Libraries |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "World Stories Retold for Modern Boys and Girls" by William James Sly is a collection of children's stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology features a variety of classic tales carefully adapted for contemporary young audiences, addressing the needs of parents, educators, and librarians seeking accessible and engaging stories for children. The work emphasizes the importance of storytelling as both an educational tool and a source of moral lessons, illustrating timeless values through beloved narratives. The opening of the collection introduces the purpose of the book and the significance of storytelling in child development. Sly discusses the value of stories as a medium that nurtures imagination, morality, and cultural heritage, making a compelling case for their inclusion in various educational contexts—from homes and Sunday schools to public libraries. He highlights that these stories are tailored for brief retellings, making them approachable for readers and listeners alike, and outlines practical suggestions for effective storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LB: Education: Theory and practice of education |
| Subject | Storytelling |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55786 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 88 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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