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BY - JOHN L. HÜLSHOF - TEACHER OF MODERN LANGUAGES IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS - OF NEW YORK CITY
Produced by Al Haines
PREFACE
THE AUTHOR. - PREFACE - REMARKS TO THE TEACHER - LESSONS.
SELECTION I - A CITY STREET
LESSON II - BREATHE PURE AIR
LESSON III - COFFEE
LESSON IV - OUR NATIONAL FLAG
SELECTION II - THE SHIP OF STATE
LESSON V - "PRESS ON"
Designed for learners who have moved beyond elementary vocabularies, this reader offers a carefully staged collection of short essays, narratives, and poems that bridge everyday conversation and more nuanced written English. The material assumes a functional grasp of the language while gently nudging students toward idiomatic usage, encouraging them to discuss topics such as national symbols, civic duties, and ordinary life in a new country. Clear guidance for teachers helps shape thirty‑minute lessons that blend reading, questioning, and brief dictation exercises.
The anthology’s breadth ranges from lively pieces about the Statue of Liberty and the first steamboat to practical articles on gardening, business qualifications, and the art of observation. Interwoven poetry celebrates American heritage and universal themes, giving learners a taste of rhythm and imagery. Each selection is followed by thoughtful questions and a few carefully chosen words for spelling and pronunciation practice, making the book a versatile tool for building confidence and cultural understanding.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (205K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
May 2, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1856
Best known for a practical 1909 reader for English learners, this little-known educator wrote with the clear, steady aim of helping newcomers build confidence in the language. His surviving work blends language practice with readings on American culture, civic ideals, and everyday expression.
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