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Member Since: Oct. 22, 2010
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Catherine Jaime


Biography

Homeschool Mom of 12, Historian, and Author

Where to find Catherine Jaime online

Website: http://www.CatherineJaime.com

Where to buy in print

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Books

Just In: This Report on the American Revolution    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 8250 words. Published on March 12, 2012. Nonfiction.
Too often we brush over the American Revolution when we are studying U.S. History or U.S. Government. My desire here is to make some of the major people and events of the American Revolution come alive for students of all ages. This play can be enjoyed when read silently, for a different look at the American Revolution.
Understanding Presidential Elections and The Constitution    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 2130 words. Published on February 18, 2012. Nonfiction.
As we move closer to a presidential election we often start to pay closer attention to the act of electing a president - the primaries, caucuses, and the Electoral College. But how did we come to this point? What is the constitutional background of the Executive Branch? What did the founders consider when they put this into place over two hundred years ago? See these short and simple answers!
Understanding Caucuses and Primaries    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 2260 words. Published on February 11, 2012. Nonfiction.
Every four years citizens of the United States go to the polling places in November to cast their vote for the next President of the United States. But few realize all that has gone in to the selection of one or both of the main candidates on the ballot. This little book will help explain primaries, caucuses, open vs. closed, pledged vs. unpledged, and more.
The Magi and A Star    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 4090 words. Published on December 29, 2011. Nonfiction.
January 6, Epiphany, The Magi, The Star They Followed...What do we know? What is simply stories? Scripture, legends, Christmas carols, poem, history and more. A great way to bring your CHRISTmas season to a close.
Exploring da Vinci’s Last Supper    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 4310 words. Published on November 23, 2011. Nonfiction.
How did Leonardo paint his Last Supper mural? Why is it so famous? Why is it in such bad shape? This short e-book attempts to give the reader a look at those questions and numerous other ones. A great intro those who want "just a little bit more" on this intriguing topic.
A Novel Approach to Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 17250 words. Published on November 22, 2011. Fiction.
I have been a fan of Shakespeare for many, many years, and have been helping students enjoy reading his plays for over a decade. But sometimes, when a student or adult wants to enjoy Shakespeare without the benefit of a group to read the plays aloud with, it would be nice to have Shakespeare in the form of a novel.
A Brief History of the Pilgrims    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: Free! 1300 words. Published on November 8, 2011. Nonfiction.
Who were the Pilgrims? When and why did they come to America? And who were the Puritans, the Separatists, and the Strangers? Are these terms interchangeable? This VERY short e-book will answer these questions and several others. (In the interest of full disclosure, the informational part of this e-book is ~1,000 words...But they are very informative words!!!)
Two Mischievous Princesses    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 1110 words. Published on November 6, 2011. Fiction.
The antics of two little princesses as they decorate their bedroom wall, have a pillow fight, scare away dragons, and more...based on the true life adventures of two sisters who lived in a rather modest home instead of a castle...
Henrietta Visits Greenfield Village (Book 6 in the Horsey and Friends series)    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 5200 words. Published on November 5, 2011. Nonfiction.
Book 6 in the Horsey and Friends series: Join Henrietta as she journeys to Dearborn, Michigan to visit Henry Ford's Greenfield Village, possibly the largest outdoor museum in the world. Whether you are planning a trip to the Detroit area, or just want to see what all the fuss is about, you will enjoy Henrietta's story, illustrated with over 100 photographs of this amazing place.
Bandit's Trip to Washington    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 7680 words. Published on November 5, 2011. Nonfiction.
This is the second book in the Horsey and Friends series. In this adventure, our stuffed raccoon travels to Washington D.C. with five teenage guys and two Moms. An exciting time is had by all. Whether you are planning a family trip to D.C. or not, you will enjoy Bandit's adventure.
Lapbooking Made Easy    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 1700 words. Published on November 2, 2011. Nonfiction.
(5.00 from 1 review)
A lapbook is a portable project filled with pictures and other neat information about a topic. It's a great hands-on way for students to start learning about a topic, or to wrap up a study. But many teachers/parents are intimidated by where to begin with these great resources. Our goal is to take the unknown out of lapbooking and show you how easy it is to incorporate lapbooks.
Alligator Al’s Adventures in Florida    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 4790 words. Published on October 30, 2011. Nonfiction.
The third book in our "Horsey and Friends" series. This one follows the adventures of our stuffed alligator, as he goes back to Florida. Complete with fun pictures and travel tips!
The Adventures of Horsey In Panama    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 4370 words. Published on October 27, 2011. Nonfiction.
Join our stuffed horse, Horsey, as he travels to Panama and shares his adventures.
A Novel Approach to Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 22350 words. Published on September 11, 2011. Fiction.
For those who are interested in Shakespeare, but are intimidated by it, I have worked to make his Much Ado About Nothing more understandable. I have taken most of the original dialogue and tried to add just enough scene and character identification to make the play make sense. For Shakespeare novices, I hope you enjoy this novel look at one of my favorite Shakespeare comedies!
Failure in Philadelphia?    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 24440 words. Published on August 31, 2011. Fiction.
It's the hot, miserable summer of 1787 in Philadelphia. Will the delegates at the Grand Convention succeed or fail at their mission? Will they amend the Articles of Confederation as instructed? Or are they up to something else? This historically based novel follows the story through the eyes of a young British immigrant who is keeping an eye on the delegates throughout the summer.
Leonardo: Masterpieces in Milan    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 27150 words. Published on June 8, 2011. Fiction.
Leonardo da Vinci came to Milan a broke, unemployed artist. He left Milan 16 years later as a broke, unemployed artist, fleeing the French. But in the years in between he worked for Duke Lodovico, painting the Last Supper, designing an Equestrian Monument, planning several wedding festivities, and much more. If you enjoyed Leonardo the Florentine, you will enjoy Leonardo: Masterpieces in Milan!
The Philadelphia Convention: In Their Own Words    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $1.50 USD. 27170 words. Published on June 8, 2011. Nonfiction.
The debates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia have intrigued me for some time now. While researching the participants in those debates, I ran across a number of their letters and diaries from that summer. As I read the letters, I was struck by their hopes and frustrations, that they often so freely shared with others through their writings. I present many of those writings here.
The Philadelphia Convention: A Play for Many Readers    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $1.50 USD. 72930 words. Published on April 22, 2011. Screenplays.
Here in 160 pages Catherine Jaime brings you the Constitutional Convention delegates and their debates, set in play format. Here you can become more familiar with the hard work of not just James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and many others. The play is great for a high school class studying U.S. Government, and for the motivated individual who wants to learn more about that important event.
Simply Put: Self-Publishing Basics    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 7990 words. Published on March 6, 2011. Nonfiction.
(5.00 from 1 review)
Not everyone has dreams of writing and publishing dozens of books, but it seems that every time I turn around I meet someone who has at least one book they would like to publish, but they don't know where to begin. Most haven't begun because they don't know where to start, or are concerned about the costs. Here I share tips from my exciting self-publishing journey over the last year.
Tales from the Troubled South: Civil Rights in Alabama    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 6480 words. Published on February 17, 2011. Nonfiction.
This book introduces you to the highlights of the Civil Rights Movement across the state of Alabama: The Montgomery Bus Boycott, the "Scottsboro Boys", the Selma to Montgomery March, the bombing of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church and many more important events all took place within the borders of Alabama.
York Proceeded On    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 16030 words. Published on February 5, 2011. Fiction.
This family-friendly story relives the Lewis and Clark Expedition through the eyes of York, Captain Clark's personal slave. As York shares the stories of his adventures and trials with his grandchildren, we see the difficulties they experienced and the trials they endured. The facts included in the story are based on extensive research in the Lewis and Clark Journals.
CHRISTmas Fun    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 9380 words. Published on December 3, 2010. Nonfiction.
This little book includes: A Brief Look at Advent and CHRISTmas; CHRISTmas Traditions Around the World; CHRISTmas Scriptures and Hymns; and CHRISTmas Carols and Their History. A great little resource if you are looking for more about the history and traditions of this important holiday.
The Declaration of Independence: A Play for Many Readers    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 5450 words. Published on November 29, 2010. Screenplays.
This "play" can be read aloud in a class of any size, or read silently by one or more students, to give a feel for what it took to get the Declaration written and passed. I have researched the debates of the Second Continental Congress, and the delegates to arrive at this dialog.
Democracy v. Republic Mini Unit    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 850 words. Published on November 3, 2010. Nonfiction.
This mini lesson presents what we did to clear up the distinction between a Democracy and a Republic. Easy, fun, and effective...
Important Constitutional Documents    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $1.99 USD. 32400 words. Published on October 31, 2010. Nonfiction.
There are many, many documents that came before the U.S. Constitution, and contributed to it directly or indirectly. I have gathered together the ones that I found very useful in my studies of the Constitution. These work well for a “compare and contrast” study between any of the various documents and each other, and between these and the Constitution itself.
Understanding the Electoral College    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 2620 words. Published on October 29, 2010. Nonfiction.
If you are confused about what the Electoral College is, or how it works, this little book is for you. Catherine answers: 1) When was the Electoral College instituted and why? 2) How many electors are there? How are they divided? 3) What is the difference between a Democracy and a Republic? 5) What is the difference between a plurality and a majority?
The Ultimate (Field) Trip Survival Guide    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 3160 words. Published on October 29, 2010. Nonfiction.
Between Dee and Cathy they have 14 children; and have traveled throughout the country (and in various parts of the world) with their respective families, logging hundreds of thousands of miles. They like short trips, long trips, and pretty much any kinds of trips...Day trips, multi-week trips...They've traveled in mini vans, big vans, RVs, jeeps...They've camped, stayed with friends, and more...
The Rocky Road to Civil Rights in the United States    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 5340 words. Published on October 27, 2010. Nonfiction.
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: This annotated timeline contains the high and low points along that path.
Jamestown: The Birth Of A Nation    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 2710 words. Published on October 24, 2010. Nonfiction.
We studied Jamestown in great depth a few years ago, just in time for the 400 year anniversary. I was surprised how little a knew about the settlement and its history. This little booklet came out of my research. I hope you enjoy getting to know this fascinating history as much as we did.
Da Vinci: His Life and His Legacy    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $4.99 USD. 14770 words. Published on October 24, 2010. Nonfiction.
What makes this book different from others about Leonardo? Most books on Da Vinci for kids have very little information, and those geared for adults generally have too much. This book is complete enough to give a good picture of who Leonardo was and what he accomplished, without overwhelming readers; interesting for those who may know nothing about him and for those who know lots about him.
A Brief Financial History of the United States    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 18400 words. Published on October 24, 2010. Nonfiction.
This book is an annotated timeline of the financial history of the U.S. But, don’t worry, I use footnotes liberally – I had to look up many of these financial expressions, people, events, and terms, and I share that information throughout the book. Warning: This book is written by a fiscal conservative, and it clearly shows!
Sharing Shakespeare With Students    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 18520 words. Published on October 23, 2010. Fiction.
We read all 38 Shakespeare plays in 3 1/2 years in my Shakespeare classes. This book contains what you need to get started: An Introduction to Sharing Shakespeare A List of Recommended Books & Videos Brief History/Timeline of Shakespeare Quotes from Shakespeare Plays Notes on each play: A Synopsis of the plays, videos we enjoyed or didn't enjoy, historical notes, etc. Fun to have with Shakespeare
Organized Ramblings: Home Education From A to Z    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 42540 words. Published on October 23, 2010. Nonfiction.
Are you a new homeschooler looking for answers to questions? Are you an experienced homeschooler in danger of burning out? Catherine, Mom of 12, has words of encouragement for each of you. With 29 years of homeschooling experience, she has seen much, cried much, and lived to share her experiences with you. She doesn't have all the answers -- but she is happy to share her experiences & stories.
Understanding the U.S. Constitution    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $3.99 USD. 15170 words. Published on October 23, 2010. Nonfiction.
Whether you are wanting to learn more about the U.S. Constitution for your own purposes, or to teach a class, this book will be helpful to you. Catherine has been studying the Constitution for years -- its history, its importance, its tie to other historical documents. Here she gives you everything you need to start learning (or teaching) the U.S. Constitution!
A Brief Introduction to the Lewis and Clark Expedition    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 5820 words. Published on October 22, 2010. Nonfiction.
Lots of great information on the men (and woman...and baby...and dog...) who made the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Whether you are a history buff or just curious to know a little more about this important expedition, you are bound to enjoy the stories of this diverse group as they headed to the Pacific Ocean and back.
An American Looks at Wuerzburg, Germany    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 13390 words. Published on October 22, 2010. Nonfiction.
This informative book can serve to introduce you to the fascinating city of Wuerzburg, Germany, or to help you understand the history behind the sites you are seeing. The book includes an annotated guide to the city's history, an alphabetical guide to the sites and people, and an in-depth look at the Residenz.
A Trial of A Trial (A Mock Trial Story)    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $0.99 USD. 4020 words. Published on October 22, 2010. Fiction.
Mock Trial, or Youth Judicial as it is sometimes called, is one of the most enjoyable, and beneficial events that my children have participated in over the years. As the coach, I enjoy Mock Trial immensely, and my goal is to have my students enjoy it as well. This story is meant to be an example of how a "Mock Trial" might go.
A Brief History of New York City    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 8040 words. Published on October 22, 2010. Nonfiction.
New York City -- what a city, what a history! If it happened anywhere in America, it probably happened in New York City. Reading the history of this city is fascinating and exciting, as if watching the people and the events, that traveled through the region and across the years. This little ebook is an annotated timeline of the major events of this incredible city.
Leonardo the Florentine    by Catherine  Jaime
Price: $2.99 USD. 25050 words. Published on October 22, 2010. Fiction.
Who are the Medici brothers? Who is trying to assassinate them? Why was the Pitti Palace never completed? And what part does 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 legends of his early years in Florence. It also weaves a mystery of politics and power.

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