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8 GREENLEAF PRESS CATALOG Renaissance and Reformation Famous Fam Men of the Renaissance Ren and Reformation by Robert R G. Shearer European Eur history from 1300-1550. Includes Incl Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Dürer, Erasmus, Era Wyclif, Hus, Luther, Calvin, Zwingli, Zw Tyndale ,and Knox. Over 75 b&w b& images of the men, women and works w of art that distinguish this period of history. 29 chapters, 192 pages. Text written w for 5th grade and up. 188-251-4106 1 . . . . . . $16.95 The Greenleaf Guide to Famous Men of the Re Renaissance and Reformation by Robert G. Shearer and Cy Cynthia A. Shearer Ba Background information, discussion qu questions, and suggested activities to aaccompany Famous Men of the RRenaissance & Reformation. Use this gguide to keep the focus on a Christian WWorld view 188 188-251-4114 251 4114.............................................$9.95 "Famous Men of the Renaissance and Reformation is the fourth volume in the wonderful Greenleaf Press series of selected biographies for Christian day schools and home schools. and it may well be the best yet. Obviously Rob Shearer is intimately acquainted with this important epoch and the great men who made it. In addition, he has a knack for combining the basic facts of historical narrative with the fascinating details that bring it fully to life." - George Grant Ren/Ref Study Package Covers the art and culture of the Renaissance, and the events of the Reformation. The DK Eyewitness Renaissance provides the background on the life and work of the Renaissance’s most important artists. Key writings of the Protestant Reformation are excerpted in The Protestant Reformation. Designed for children in grades 4-12. Famous Men of the Renaissance & Reformation ......$16.95 The Greenleaf Guide to Famous Men Ren/Ref ............$9.95 The Ren/Ref Laminated Timeline ................................$4.95 DK Renaissance .................................................... $15.99 Voices of the Renaissance and Reformation ......... $18.95 GLP 008 ................................................................. $60.11 (10% discount - $66.79 if purchased separately!) Ren/Ref Biographies Artist of the Reformation The Story of Albrecht Dürer by Joyce McPherson The “Leonardo of the North” was more than just a gifted artist. He was a writer, a clever businessman, and apt teacher of students, and also a man passionately interested and attracted to the theology of Martin Luther. Filled with excerpts from Dürer’s own writings and illustrated with 30 of his most famous pieces. Reading level is 5th /6th s and grade, but younger children will enjoy having it read aloud to them. 188-251-4557 ............................................... $8.95 The River Of Grace The Story Of John Calvin by Joyce McPherson Focuses on Calvin’s childhood and youth, his days at the university and his conversion. Recounts his early and precocious leadership of the Protestants in France and his flight from France to Basel, Strassburg, and Geneva when King Francis I began executing Protestants.A warm and appreciative picture of the leader of the second generation of the Protestant Reformation. Written on a 5th /6th nts A grade reading level, but worth reading out loud to younger students. Older students and adults will also find this to be a valuable introduction 188-251-4548 ............................................. $12.95 The Ocean of Truth The Story of Sir Isaac Newton n by Joyce McPherson Sir Isaac Newton: Calculus, light and color the Laws of Gravity. What is less well known is the depth of his Christian faith and the amount of writing, speaking, and research that he put into a defense of the tenets of Biblical theology. From the detailed account of the events that led to his conversion, his Christian faith plays a central role in this biography, as it did in his life. Independent reading level is upper elementary (about 5th /6th d i hi grade). 188-251-4175 ............................................. $12.95 A Piece of the Mountain The Story of Blaise Pascal by Joyce McPherson A brilliant scientist, a convert to Christianity, ty, a devoted apologist for the Christian faith. Recounts the recognition by Pascal’s father of his son's remarkable talents and the provisions he made for his education. For Christians the account of Pascal’s conversion is particularly moving, Reading level is s approxi mately 5 th /6 th grade, but would be a great read-aloud book for younger children. 188-251-4173.........................................$12.95 84 more titles on the Renaissance and Reformation available at the Greenleaf Press web site! Visit www.GreenleafPress.com for book reviews on 1400+ titles! Contact us: 615-449-1617 or info@greenleafpress.com
Renaissance Artists Pippo Pipp the Fool by Tracey T Fern, illustrated by Pau Estrada Pippo P is the nickname of Filippo Brunelleschi. He was wa a goldsmith in Florence with a knack for design. des When a contest is announced to design a dome dom for the cathedral, Pippo decides he will compete. co His rivals (older, wealthier, more accomplished) ac scorn him and laugh at his ideas. But Bu Pippo is the only contestant who has worked out o all the practical details of how to build a dome d that will be 300 feet tall! Fern and Estrada have created a delightful story st for children about this important event from the history histo of the Renaissance in Florence. Brunelleschi won the competition and spent sixteen years supervising the construction of the dome. In order to make it work, he had to invent new kinds of bricks, new patterns for fitting them together and quick-drying mortar to hold them in place. When the Dome was finished, Pippo the Fool is recognized as Pippo the Genius The text in this delightful story is written for children 8 through 12, but the story will hold the attention of even older students. Pippo the Fool is a hardback, 48 pages 157-091-6551 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15.95 Leonardo Leo da Vinci by Diane D Stanley Sta Stanley’s text and illustrations are meticulously acc accurate. She gives us a portrait of the definitive Re Renaissance man: an accomplished painter, sculptor, mmusician, writer, naturalist, and scientist. Employed by the Duke of Milan, the Florentine Republic, the Po Pope, and the King of France, he created some of th the most perfect works of art of all time. He also cconceived hundreds of modern machines, which fi filled the pages of his notebooks. Stanley tells a wo wonderful story, accompanied by the exquisite illustrations we have come to expect. 48 pages. 068-816-1553 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.99 Michelangelo Mi by Diane D Stanley Mic Michelangelo lived a turbulent, quarrelsome life. He was obsessed with perfection and convinced tha that everyone took advantage of him. He was also on one of the most gifted artists who ever lived. His sc sculpture masterpieces have never been equaled. In 48 pages, Stanley tells the story of his life and ggives us a stunning overview of his masterpieces. TTargeted for ages 8 and up. 0006-052-1139 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.99 Leonardo Le da Vinci for Kids by Janis Herbert Th The marriage of art and science is celebrated in th this beautifully illustrated four-color bi biography and activity book. Kids will begin to uunderstand the important discoveries that da VVinci made through inspiring activities such aas determining the launch angle of a catapult, sk sketching birds and other animals, creating a map, map and learn learning to look at a painting. Includes a glossary, bibliography, listing of pertinent museums and websites, timeline, and fascinating sidebars. 1556522983 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16.95 Voices and Sources Voices of the Renaissance and Reformation edited by Robert G. Shearer If you really want to know a historical figure, you must read what at they wrote. This anthology includes primary source material from 9 key figures of both the Renaissance and Reformation. The Renaissance selections include Petrarch, Valla, Lorenzo de’ Medici, Savonarola, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Erasmus. The Reformation readings include Wyclif, Hus, Luther, Zwingli, Sattler, Tyndale, Cromwell, More, Calvin, and Knox. The Luther selections include the 95 theses, as well as all three of the famous 1520 essays (Address to the Christian Nobility, On the Babylonian Captivity, and The Freedom of a Christian). For Luther, Calvin, and Knox, the selections include their accounts of their conversion experiences. 188-251-4653 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18.95 The New Foxe’s Book of Martyrs by John Foxe and Harold Chadwick John Foxe, writing in England during the persecutions of Bloody Mary, told the stories of martyrs from Stephen down through the 1570s. Harold Chandwick has modernized the he language and added new sections, with martyrs’ stories from the 1600s through the end of the twentieth century. modern times. paperback, 442 pages 088-270-8759 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14.99 $14 99 On Fire for Christ Stories of Anabaptist Martyrs by Dave and Neta Jackson These stories show a cross-section of the thousands of men and women who lost their lives for their faith during the 16th century. The perspective is sometimes from the martyr’s viewpoint, sometimes that of a friend, relative, bystander, or even executioner. Discussion questions follow each chapter. 083-613-5032 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15.99 Martin Luther A Man Who Changed the Worldd by Paul Maier, illustrated by Greg Copelandd It’s hard to find good picture books on Luther and Calvin! Kudos to Concordia for commissioning this introduction to Martin n Luther’s life for early elementary age children. The full-color scenes and text trace the he story of Martin Luther’s decision to become a monk, k th the post- t ing of the 95 theses, his trial before the emperor, “kidnapping” and disappearance while he lived at Wartburg Castle translating the New Testament. There are also scenes of Martin, Katie and their six children. The text is 4th-5th grade, but younger students will enjoy hearing the text read to them while they look at the pictures. hardback, 32 pages 075-860-6265 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.49 Visit www.GreenleafPress.com for book reviews on 1400+ titles! Contact us: 615-449-1617 or info@greenleafpress.com 9 GREENLEAF PRESS CATALOG
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