Catherine McGrew Jaime

This Study Guide includes a brief timeline of the Shorter Catechism, the 107 Questions and Answers, and two different sets of Questions with room to write out the Answers (one with the Answers given - for "copywork", and one without the Answers, to practice writing the Answers from memory).

New edition - with larger print, easier on young and older eyes The Civil Rights fight has taken place in many states across the county, particularly in the South; but this little book looks at some of the key events that took place within the boundaries of Alabama... From the "Scottsboro Boys" to the Tuskegee Airmen, Freedom Riders, and the girls murdered at the Sixteen Street Baptist Church... From Rosa Parks to Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth and Governor George Washington... These are some of the people who helped shape the Civil Rights movement in and out of Alabama. Obviously a book this size cannot be an extensive look at these important people and important events, but the hope is to bring them to the forefront, so that readers are motivated to learn more.

Now, in larger, easier to read print. The Lewis and Clark Expedition was filled with adventures and danger. Most of us know something of its travelers, almost all being familiar with Captain Meriwether Lewis, Captain William Clark, and Sacajawea. But one important member of the Expedition if often overlooked, Clark's slave York. This short story tells the tale of the Corps of Discovery from York's perspective. We join York as he shares the stories of his adventures with his grandchildren, in his cabin in Kentucky. While the setting is fictional, as well as the family he may or may not have ever had, the adventures he shares with them are based in history. From the Author's Note: "I hope you have enjoyed the story of York and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. When I started writing this book, I had been studying the Corps of Discovery for more than seven years. I always felt like York's story needed further telling. He was such an important part of the expedition, but sadly, so often gets little credit. I was able to find many more books on Sacagawea and Seaman than on York, which made me particularly sad. Most of the story you just read is historically accurate, based on many, many hours of research into the Corps of Discovery in general, and York's part in particular. With so many people tasked by President Jefferson to keep journals, it was a well-documented trip. And now with the power of the internet, those journals are readily accessible to anyone who wants to read them. I used the expression "proceeded on" as often as I did because it was a common phrase in many of those journals. Oftentimes, both Captains and at least one of the Sergeants would comment on something, and add "we proceeded on." It was clearly something that they all thought about often. Where I really took literary license was in my descriptions of York's family and his life after the expedition was completed. There is so much we don't know about that. We do know that he was married before he left to go west, that he moved to St. Louis with Captain Clark two years after the expedition finished; and that Captain Clark took ten years after their return to civilization before finally granting him his freedom. Beyond that, my research only turned up scarce and often contradictory mentions of York for those latter years. So this story is the way I would like to think that his life turned out, but it is highly unlikely that we will ever know for sure. In this book, I hoped to bring honor to York and his role in the expedition - honor that was seriously lacking in his lifetime."

I have been a Christian for many, many years, and have only occasionally heard the connection between Communion and Passover, and even less often the connection between Christ's death and Passover. This little study/booklet comes out of a desire to make those connections a little clearer for myself, and my own children. It includes the related scriptures, and two of my favorite "Easter" hymns that celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ. I hope that it will bless you and your family as well.

Panama has always been the land bridge between North and South America. In 1914 with the completion of the Panama Canal it also became the water bridge between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. And it was to the Canal Zone that John McGrew, Sr. (hereafter referred to as Dad to avoid confusion) was sent in the 1950's and again in the 1960's. During his first tour of duty there, his first child, Cathy, was born. During his second tour, his fourth child, John, Jr. was born. Fast forward half a century and the McGrews begin planning a return trip to the place of Cathy and John's birth, and of many years of family memories. Initial consideration is given to inviting some of Dad's older grandchildren, but for various reasons that is decided against. The group is soon finalized: It consists of Dad and his wife Marilyn, daughter Cathy and her husband Dan, daughter Cindy and her husband Kyle, daughter Cheryl, and the "baby", John (now almost 42). And, of course, our stuffed friend, Horsey (but his story is told elsewhere). This is the story of our adventure, including many historical notes on Panama.

The "Corps of Discovery" went places no white men had ever been, encountered countless Indian tribes that Easterners had only heard rumors about, and "discovered" plants and animals never before dreamed of by Americans or Europeans. It was a military expedition, with much of the usual military protocol and discipline. But it was also very unusual for a military expedition - there were two commanders instead of one. And they were accompanied by many civilians along the way - including one slave, various Frenchmen, occasional Indian scouts, and an Indian woman and her newborn son. This is a brief introduction to that unusual journey.

Much has happened in the history of our country as the races have struggled through how to relate to each other. Some of it has been good - much of it has been very sad. I have not attempted to chronicle everything along the road to equity between the races - but to try to hit the high and low points along that path. As I conducted this study, several different categories of events seemed to jump out at me: "Society", "Government", "Military", and "Sports". These categories are by no means exhaustive, or exclusive. I arranged the various events in one or more of these categories in an attempt to more clearly show what happened.

Who are the Medici brothers? And who is trying to assassinate them? Why was the Pitti Palace never completed? And what part did Leonardo play in all of this? Leonardo da Vinci is remembered as an artist and inventor. But who was he before anyone knew his name? This family-friendly novel explores the history and the legends of his early years in Florence. It also weaves a mystery of politics and power. This novel is the first in the series of historically based novels - The Life and Travels of Da Vinci (followed by Leonardo: Masterpieces in Milan and Leonardo: To Mantua and Beyond)

Bandit, our stuffed raccoon, tells the story of an exciting trip to Washington, D. C. Whether you are planning a trip to D. C. yourself, or just want to enjoy the trip through Bandit's eyes -- you will have fun with this unusual look at the country's capital.(For some reason the preview shows the inside pictures in color, but the book is currently in black and white. Sorry for any confusion.)

Figuring out how to teach a Shakespeare play can be an overwhelming event whether you have three students or thirty students. Catherine went from being a Shakespeare novice to being an established Shakespeare teacher by diving right in. Right away one of her frustrations was trying to determine which character had the most lines in each play. After counting the lines in each play, she has put together this wonderful resource. It gives you a synopsis for each play, videos to watch or to watch out for, and character-line charts to help you assign the parts when you read a play out loud. If you are only going to have one "teaching Shakespeare" resource, this is the one you need.

This is the first in our Horsey and Friends series. It is a travel book -- told from the perspective of our stuffed Horse: A look at Panama like you've never seen it before.(For some reason the pictures show up in the preview in color, but the book is currently in black and white... My apologies for any confusion.)

What makes this book different from so many others about Leonardo da Vinci? In these 100 pages, Catherine has worked hard to make it interesting for those who may yet know nothing about him, but also for those who already know quite a bit It is written in a family-friendly way, with stories and details that appeal to a wide range of ages -- from kids through adults. Here Leonardo is placed in a framework of history and geography, so that his vast accomplishments can more easily be seen and understood. Catherine includes maps, pictures, charts, timelines, and more, to bring the ultimate Renaissance man to life You may also enjoy Catherine's historical fiction books about Leonardo da Vinci - The Life and Travels of Da Vinci. She has currently finished the first three novels in the series: Leonardo the Florentine, Leonardo: Masterpieces in Milan, and Leonardo: To Mantua and Beyond.