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LET THEM READ THE GREAT CLASSICS.

Better Dispense Altogether with the Old Readers

And Select Your Reading Matter from the

STANDARD GRADED LIST

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I am very glad to see this

reinforcement of supplementary Read-
ing in our schools.

W. J. Harris,

U. S. Commissioner of Education.

For further information, see following pages, also our SAMPLE PAGE and Complete Catalogue.

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I have reviewed the supplementary readers submitted by you for my inspection. I regard them as a most valuable acquisition to school literature. They possess many points of superiority. They of are carefully graded, and, while their simplicity places them within the range of comprehension of children, they treat of biographical, historical and literary topics in a manner that continually adds to the general information of the pupil.

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I shall recommend them for supplementary readers in this
department.
Respectfully yours,

R. H. WEBSTER,
Supt. of Schools, San Francisco, Cal.

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How ΤΟ STUDY SHAKESPEARE.

Text by In Mythland.

William H. Fleming. Introduction by W. J.
Rolfe, Litt D. New York: Doubleday & McClure
Company.

By M. HELEN BECKWITH.

The aim of this book is to make possible to Fully Illus. Bds., 30 cts.; Clo., 35 cts. individuals and clubs, the intelligent and appreciative study of Shakespeare's chief plays.

Mr. Fleming is one of the editors of the exhaustive Bankside Shakespeare and a scholar thoroughly familiar with the needs of clubs and individuals. Mr. Fleming has been fortunate, also, in securing the co-operation of Dr. W. J. Rolfe, probably the best known of American Shakespeare scholars, to help by his advice and suggestions, and to write an introduction to the bo k.

THE AMERICAN WOODS. Beautifully extib

"I have always believed in the
adaptation of Greek and Roman myths
for young pupils. It tends to develop a
taste for the best classic literature when
a child becomes more mature. When

the phraseology of the myth is suited to
the young pupils, as in this book, there
will be no trouble in making such books
popular and useful.

SUPT. J. W. BABCOCK,
Dunkirk, N. Y.

ited by actual specimens in a novel and unique Stories of the Red Children.

publication, by Romeyn B. Hough, B A., Lowville, N. Y.

The design of this work is to show in as compact and perfect a manner as possible the beauty and characteristic structure of the various timbers of our North American for. ests. For this purpose three thin slices-about two by five inches in size, and from one-eighti. eth to one two-hundreths inch thick - of each wood are made, one transverse and two longi tudinal (radial and tangential) to the grain, showing both the heart and sapwood. These three exhibit the grain from all aspects, and, being so thin as to admit light through them, they reveal much that could not otherwise be seen, and that surprises even those who have spent a lifetime in wood-working, without ever hav. ing known how much there is that is wonderful and beautiful in the structure of word. They are exquisitely beautiful and instructive preparations.

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Price, Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

It is both natural and fitting that the boys and girls of America should be interested and familiar with the legends that have woven so much of poetry and romance about the life of the Red men. And when these fanciful tales are presented as a part of the life history of the little Red children they touch the kindred love of the marvelous in the civilized children of to-day with a peculiar closeness. All barriers of race and centuries of time fade away and the red and white children clasp hands in joy and delight in their mutual love of Nature's wonder-tales. The author's well-known charm in story-telling has never shown better than in this little book. The style is smooth, flowing and beautiful. Wind, stars, rain, snow, rainbows and the whole phenomena of nature are woven into charming stories which will feed the imagination without injuring the children. The book is illustrated by twentythree striking pictures, vivid with Indian life and activities.

ROBINSON

CRUSOE

Robinson Crusoe for

Youngest Readers.

NOTES.

STORY OF CESAR. By M. Clarke, author of "Story of Troy," "Story of Eneas." Cloth.

Large type Edition. Simple sentences. Fully Illustrated. Suit- 12mo, 173 pages. Price, 45 cents. New York, able for 2nd grade pupils.

Price, Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

Water Babies.

Edited for YOUNGEST READERS by

CORA R. WOODWARD.

Large type. Illustrated. Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

The Story of Ulysses.

Large Type Edition. Illus. Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

3rd Grade.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

By LEWIS CARROLL. With illustrations by TENNIEL.
Boards, 40 cents; Cloth, 50 cents.

Through the Looking-Glass and

What Alice Found There.

By LEWIS CARROLL. With illustrations by TENNIEL.
Boards, 40 cents; Cloth, 50 cents.

Grimm's Fairy Tales.

Vol. I. Illus. Boards. Price, 40 cents. Cloth, 50 cents. As you wished to hear of our experience with the books published by you, Esop's Fables and Grimm's Fairy Tales, I write that Esop is being read with great interest in my lowest grade September children. Though the most difficult reading ever given that grade, they are making a fine success of reading it; their live interest in the matter putting them through difficulties that would wholly stagger them but for such a stimulus. The Grimm is being read in my Second Grade (second year) with gratifying success.

C. L. HUNT, Supt. Schools, Clinton, Mass.

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4th and 5th Grades.

ALICE'S
ADVENTURES
WONDERLAND

CARROLL

Cincinnati and Chicago: American Book Co.

This book tells the story of one whom Shakespeare called "the foremost man of all the world." It relates, in a style at once at tractive and intelligible to young, and interesting to adult readers, all the important events in the wonderful career of the famous Roman, who was at the same time illustrious as a warrior, orator, statesman, and historian. It also gives, by way of appropriate introduc. tion, a brief sketch of Rome before Cæsar's time, describing the origin of the famous city, its system of government, and some of the great personages who figured in its earliest history. A special feature of interest and attraction is Shakespeare's story of the death of Cæsar, as given in his play, the greater part of which is reproduced by way of appendix to the book, with ample explanations of the text to render it more intelligible to the young reader. Another useful addition is the opin ions of eminent writers, both ancient and modern, on the life and character of Cæsar. These will enable the reader to acquire a view of Cæsar as presented by persons most competent to form a correct judgment of his merits and achievements.

THE DOG OF FLANDERS. Edited for use in schools by Sara D. Jenkins, Editor of POPULAR EDUCATOR, with illustrations from Rubens and other eminent artists. Cloth, Price, 40 cents. Educational Publishing Company.

This beautiful little book will prove a valua ble contribution to the Little Classic series, issued as supplementary readers by the Educational Publishing Company.

Every school, home, and child should own a copy. In no other work of like aim is the language so pure, the style so faultless, the word pictures so vivid, and the pathos so deeply pathetic. It is a story of the short life and sad death of a faithful Flemish dog, and friendless child. In it we find all the good of the story" Black Beauty," as to treatment of animals, but the purpose is higher and finer, since the human interest in the orphan boy is

Aunt Martha's Corner Cupboard; so closely interwoven with the life of this poor

or, Stories About Tea, Coffee,

Sugar, Rice, etc.

By MARY & ELIZABETH KIRBY.
Illus. Price, Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.
Adopted by the Illinois Reading Circle.

Black Beauty.

By ANNA SEWELL. Illus. Paper, 10 cents.
The "Uncle Tom's Cabin " of the horse.

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Hiawatha.

By HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW. With notes.
Paper, 10 cents.

From the Old Curiosity Shop. By CHARLES DICKENS.
Boards, 40 cents; Cloth, 50 cents.

The beautiful story is abridged and separated out of the other mattter and thus made much more easy for the young reader, who is sure to feel the fascination at once. This is a book to delight the heart of any imaginative child of nine or ten years.

-Wisconsin School Journal.

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(See list of Historical Readers for Primary Grades, page 310 Sept. Primary Education.)

dumb companion.

The words of the reviewer can do small justice to the story that moves the most indif. ferent, and leaves all readers resolved to love mercy and to deal justly with faithful animals and destitute children.

The whole book is "a word fitly spoken," and should be "written on silver and framed in gold"; but the publishers have done better -they have issued it in such form as to place it within the reach of all.

PRIMARY MANUAL TRAINING. By Caroline S. Cutler. Boston: Educational Publishing Co.

This is a suggestive and helpful little work for the teachers' use in intelligently guiding small fingers through the mysteries of making. Beginning with a study of the tpye solids as a means of gaining the first form facts, the usual work under modeling, sewing, tablet exercises paper-cutting, paper-folding and sticklaying are given, each emphasizing some salient point as well as adding variety. The work is evidently the result of practical school room experience, presented by one who thoroughly appreciates the self-activities of the child and his love of creating - Art Education.

OUR 5 CENT CLASSICS.

Such editions as your "5c Classics " certainly place opportunities within the reach of poor children that they might not otherwise secure. And from a mechanical standpoint, they are equally worthy of commendation.

MARA DE BENARDI, Independence, Mo. You would be gratified to see how the "5e. Classics" delight my little pupils. They deserve to be, and are the most popular children's books of which I have any knowledge. LAURA M. PrOTT,

Belmar Public School, Belmar, N. J.

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WORD-MATCHING FOR BEGINNERS IN READING,

This is just what is needed for the children entering this year. On ten strong tag cards there are thirty pictures and names which occur most frequently in the first readings at school, together with four separate copies of each name to match with names on cards.

Suggestions for using are printed on the backs of the envelopes.

Sets of 50 envelopes, 5 copies of each card, are put up in neat boxes. Price, 75 cents.

For sale by the J. L. Hammett Company, 352 Washington Street, Boston, Mass.

SALARIES OF TEACHERS IN THE

WEST.

"The pay of school teachers in Oregon," says the Oregonian, "is far below the average for the United States. The monthly average, according to a circular recently issued by the State School Department, is $42.95 for males and $33 75 for females. The average for the United States for males is $47.37 and for females $40.24 Massachusetts pays the highest, $136.03 for male, and South Carolina the lowest, $23 44. The District of Columbia pays the highest, $69, to females, and North Caro

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lina the lowest, 821.40. Averages on the Pacific Our Flower Friends.

Coast are: California, males, $80.19; females,
$65 42; Idaho, males, $58 52; females, $46:31;
Washington, males, $44.56; females, $38.14.
The saving point about the low wage-scale of
Oregon, is that the monthly average for Mult
nomah County is far above that of the United
States. It is $65 for males and $45 for females.
A natural result of this liberal scale is that
Multnomah County has the best schools in the
Northwest."

EDUCATIONAL PUB. CO.,

The School Library" arrived while I was at home on my vacation, consequently I was 'unable to reply before this late date. I am much pleased with the books. Both print and paper surpassed my expectations.

EMMA G. CARY, West Stockbridge, Mass. EDUCATIONAL PUBLISHING CO,

Last year I sent you two orders for books and the children were highly pleased with them. The enclosed order is for a school library. The amount is the same as that of your libraries, but some of the books in your libraries I cannot use. Hence I make my own list. If you could see the way they have worked to earn this little amount, you would feel satisfied that your very choice books are

By ANNIE CHASE. Large Type Edition. Illus. Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

Buds, Stems and Roots.

BY ANNIE CHASE. Large Type Edition. Illus. Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

A charming book for the little folks, encouraging a love of plant life, yet giving valuable information for stories.

Nature Stories for Youngest Readers.

By ANNA CHASE DAVIS. Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents
Embellished with colored photographic illustrations.

"You are to be congratulated upon the illustrations in your Nature Stories for Youngest Readers. Little children will get more from these than from the text, as good as it is."

HENRY T. BAILEY, State Supervisor of Dawing, Mass.

Introduction to Leaves from Nature.

By MRS. M. A. B. KELLY. Illus. Price, Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

Printed in large type and graphically illustrated.

The very simple lessons presented in this little volume are intended as an introduction to the series well appreciated here in Hawaii nei. I can-Leaves from Nature's Story-Book. The exercises are graded as far as possible, so as to bring truly say that your publications are the most before the eye of the child, a new word or two as he advances. uniformly high class in every respect of any

house I have dealt with

H. M. WELLES, Honolulu, H. I.

EDUCATIONAL PUB. CO.,

(Prin. Kauluwela Sch.)

3rd Grade.

The book for which I wrote a few days ago Stories from Garden and Field.

has been received, and I like it very much indeed. I am not a child by any means; but 1 did not have these stories to read when I was, hence I feel as though I have missed great things. I shall, however, try to redeem the time in that 1 shall when it is possible get one or more of these stories until all shall have been obtained. By looking over my library I find I have, including the number ordered to-day, just twenty-one of these stories and works. You see there are fifty-one yet to be obtained

ROBERT P. HAMLIN, Shaw University, Raleigh, N. C. WORTH THINKING ABOUT. The system needs help in adapting itself to the changes in temperature. Hood's Sarsaparilla is just the medicine to keep the blood rich and pure, create an appetite, give good digestion and tone and strengthen the great vital organs. It wards off malaria, fevers, and other forms of illness which so readily overcome a weak and debilitated system in the fall. It cures all forms of blood disease, like scrofula, salt rheum, boils and pimples, overcomes dyspepsia, catarrh and rheumatism, strengthens the nervous system and gives refreshing sleep.

Illus. Price, Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

It must be welcomed by teachers and children everywhere as "just the thing" that has been needed. -Primary Education.

4th Grade.

Little Flower Folks; or, Stories from Flowerland.

By MARA L. PRATT. Vols. I. and II. Boards, 30 cents; Cloth, 40 cents.

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* ADOPTIONS IN EVERY GRADE. *

FIVE CENT CLASSICS.

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The Five Cent Classics are specially adapted to furnish aid in your Reading, History, Geography and Nature Lessons, and you will also find them a marvellous help in discipline.

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Order by number. Each number contains about 32 pages of choice illustrated literature, bound in strong mani la covers. Price, 5 cents a copy, 60 cents a dozen, postpaid.

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