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American Cardinal Reader (Set of 5)

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ISBN:
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American Cardinal Reader Set of 5

By Edith M. McLaughlin and Adrian T. Curtis · Published by TAN Books

Overview

This set of five American Cardinal Readers guides children through a natural progression of reading skills using classic stories, poems, parables, and questions that build comprehension and vocabulary. Rooted in a tradition used by Catholic schools and homeschoolers, the collection introduces young readers to exemplary writers while nurturing both mind and heart in the love of language and truth. 

  • Includes a complete set of five readers arranged to develop reading skills from beginner to advanced levels.
  • Stories and poems from classic authors increase vocabulary and comprehension gradually.
  • Questions, directions, and suggestions accompany texts to help readers understand, interpret, and remember what they read. 
  • Trusted by Catholic schools in the early twentieth century and still used by homeschoolers today.
  • Beautifully bound volumes that form a lifelong foundation in literature and faith. 

Intended Audience

This set is suited for Catholic families, parish schools, catechists, and homeschoolers seeking a structured, enriching reading curriculum that introduces children to classic literature while reinforcing Catholic values and literacy skills. 

Key Themes

  • Progressive reading instruction rooted in Catholic heritage
  • Engagement with classic literature and language
  • Structured comprehension and critical thinking
  • Faith informed education for young readers
Product Format:
Set
Pdf:
https://tanbooks.com/content/NP9035_Preview (2).pdf
Author:
Edith M. McLaughlin

7 Reviews

  • 5
    Homeschooling

    Posted by Perfect Addition to my Homeschool Shelf on Sep 11th 2024

    I can't wait to begin reading these books to my pre school aged boys. They are the perfect primers and eventually they will be perfect readers!

  • 5
    Must be expanded and enhanced.

    Posted by MGM on May 24th 2023

    I have long been familiar with the American Cardinal Readers, originally published by Benziger Brothers going through several editions. then later reprinted in the ;90;s by Neumann Press, now under Tan Books. I think that now is the right time to revisit this series and enhance them. It is about time that the pre-primer, Ready to Read (very rare and never reprinted), primer and first six volumes have the colored pictures enhanced and restored. Books 7 and 8 never had color. There were special endpapers in the early editions that should be put back in. The pre-primer should be reprinted for the first time since its heyday in the series. I have originals of all of the above with lovely endpapers for books up to and including 4th grade. The higher grades may have had endpapers, but I do not have an early edition with them in. I suspect that the endpapers were removed in the later editions as a cost saver. In addition, books 5 through 8 should come back into print. There were also teacher manuals and supplemental materials to accompany the series. I have never come across any of these in the used book market, but they must be out there somewhere.

  • 5
    Perfect for my 2nd grader

    Posted by JACKIE K. on Apr 11th 2023

    Perfect for my 2nd grader and my oldest who struggles with reading in general.

  • 5
    Enjoyable and Wholesome

    Posted by ERICA M. on Dec 27th 2022

    My homeschooled 6 yr old son enjoys reading the stories and poems in these readers for his daily reading practice. They vary in length which both stretches his attention and gives him occasional breaks. I love that the stories are wholesome and often tell of a healthy family life.

  • 4
    Good so far!

    Posted by Chris L. on Oct 21st 2022

    We like the varying reading levels according to age and skill. The content is also nice. It's solidly catholic, edifying, and educational.

  • 5
    Beautiful books!

    Posted by Angela O. on Jul 14th 2022

    We are so grateful for these readers! While we have the typical readers used for school, we love having these that teach morals and virtue. They are beautifully bound as well, making them a perfect addition to our homeschool room. Thank you, TAN for continuing to publish quality literature.

  • 5
    Great set!

    Posted by Jill M. on Mar 21st 2022

    I bought this for my 7 year old who needed some confidence reading big booksù and not just easy readers from the library. This set is so good. Great stories relating to faith and engaging to her. Would highly recommend for all beginning readers!

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