Literature

Immerse students in the power of words with a diverse collection of audiobooks, poems, and written works. These resources bring classic and contemporary literature to life, encouraging thoughtful discussion and a deeper appreciation for storytelling.

The Woman And The Angel

The Woman And The Angel

In Robert W. Service’s poem, an angel descends to Earth, captivating many with his divine beauty. While many are enchanted, he resists earthly desires until a tempting woman questions his morals. As she challenges traditional values, God retrieves the angel to safeguard him, with Satan echoing the dismissal of age-old principles.

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The Lost Scenes of Oz

The Lost Scenes of Oz

Step into the magical world of Oz with this captivating glimpse into the untold segments of the beloved classic. Although absent from the final film, the three scenes provide a deeper insight into the iconic characters. Featuring Dorothy and the Scarecrow in “On The Road Through the Forest,” “The Tin Woodman,” and “The Cowardly Lion,” these scenes enrich the tapestry of the timeless tale, adding layers to the narrative and offering a more comprehensive understanding of the world of Oz.

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The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby

Every American high school student takes a field trip to Long Island, New York, at some point, visiting the Roaring ’20s as only F. Scott Fitzgerald could write them. Thanks to its evocative setting, rich themes and masterful writing, The Great Gatsby has secured its standing as a required-reading staple as well as one of the greatest American novels ever written.

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Fast Horses

Fast Horses

As of this writing, there are twenty-one horses running in the Kentucky Derby this afternoon.  From Forte, currently 3 to 1, all the way to Reincarnate at 50 to 1, the odds are as widely spaced–if names are any indication–as the gap in their owner’s imaginations.  Some of the names are great, some are not so great, and a couple are downright horrible. 

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Music Appreciation

Music Appreciation

My husband and I shared a sideways glance and silently mouthed a name that was loaded with low-class geekiness. We were listening to a live opera performance in the home of Vivaldi and Rossini, no less, and the name we whispered was “Bugs Bunny.”  You can force the kids to grow up and let them roam around the world, but our American musical heritage will stay with us forever. Even if it was delivered by Saturday morning cartoons.

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Super Bloom

Super Bloom

After several drought years, California has been deluged with rain adding up to one of the wettest winters on record.  The rainfall has filled the empty reservoirs and swollen the creeks and rivers.  The parched hillsides and canyons that sweltered last summer and sent fire warnings throughout the state are now dazzling eyes with vibrant green.

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The Most Dangerous Game

The Most Dangerous Game

When a big-game hunter from New York falls off a yacht in the black of night, his only option is to swim for the nearest island. What’s waiting for him there will put all his hunting knowledge to the test as he fights for his life in this exciting adventure.

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