Home | About Cathy Duffy | Contact Us
   

HOMESCHOOL REVIEWS
Parent Helps / How-To Books
Approaches to Education
Overview of Publishers
Early Learning / Preschool
Bible / Religion
Worldview
Phonics / Reading/ Literature
Composition & Grammar
Handwriting
Spelling / Vocabulary
Math
Math Supplements
Science
History / Geography / Cultural Studies
Unit Studies & All-In-One Programs
Umbrella Programs that Provide Curriculum
Foreign Language
Critical Thinking & Logic
Art, Music, Drama
Electives
Creative Learning
Testing & Special Needs
Catholic Curriculum

King of the Golden City

by Mother Mary Loyola

order from
Catholic Heritage Curricula

This allegorical tale is perfect for young girls. (While the story line might also appeal to boys, all the children in the story are girls.) The King of the Golden City is also King of the Land of Exiles. Inhabitants of the Land of Exiles make choices that either prepare them for life in the Golden City or they choose the “broad” but false path of Malignus.

The little maiden Flos is visited by the King who helps her prepare herself to live among the other princes and princesses of the Golden City. The story begins with her initial excitement as the King gives her a new name, Dilecta, and instructs her in what she must do. The allegory follows Dilecta through the dimming of her love for the King, then the renewal of her commitment to Him. She faces temptations and distractions, but learns to make wise choices to live a life pleasing to the King.

This is a sweet story, particularly appropriate for children about 6-10 years old. It makes special references to Holy Communion which might make First Communion year the ideal time to read it. It is presented in chapters that include lesson activities: vocabulary words, comprehension/discussion questions, and project suggestions such as drawing, making a chart, or writing.

King of the Golden City is also available in a two-tape audio presentation [$6]. It includes a dramatic reading and sound effects. Also, it comes packaged in a gift box, making it an ideal First Communion gift.

Note: a free study guide for this book is available for download from CHC's Free Catholic Curricula at www.chcweb.com.

 

Pricing and Purchasing

ASIN: B00088JOHO

$11.95

Instant Key

Suitable for: read aloud or independent reading
Need for parent/teacher instruction: up to you
Prep time needed: 0
Teacher's manual: N/A
Religious perspective:  Catholic

Publisher Info

Catholic Heritage Curricula

PO Box 125
Twain Harte, CA 95383-9125

(800) 490-7713
website: www.chcweb.com

Copyright 2007-2008 - Cathy Duffy

Home | Updates for 100 Top Picks | General Book Reviews | Articles | About Cathy Duffy
Contact Us | Submit Products for Review | Ordering

Cathy Duffy/Grove Publishing

[Note: please do not call to order curriculum and other products that we have reviewed.
Contact information for the publisher and ordering is in the right hand column of each review.
Links to Amazon and CBD sometimes appear in the price information.]

16172 Huxley Circle
Westminster, CA 92683

 

Ecommerce Web Hosting by YourHost.com