Cornerstone Academy - Pilgrim's Progress Book and Video

Saturday, February 16, 2008

Pilgrim's Progress Book and Video

Emily (age 10) read the A Beka Book version of Pilgrim's Progress recently. (Yes, I know it's a 3rd grade reader, but I don't care. I don't think she would have enjoyed as much in 3rd grade. Besides I forgot to have her read it then! lol)

David had read it a few years ago, as well. (Yeah, probably in 3rd grade. Back then I was a little more anal about stuff like that.)

ANYWAY. When I taught school, I taught in a Christian school that used A Beka. (And yeah, I had third graders.) So we did Pilgrim's Progress. And then we watched the video afterwards. It was an animated video and I don't have access to it now. I think I saw it in the CBD catalog the other day, however!

But on Netflix, I found an older live action movie version. It even starred Liam Neeson, in what I found out was his first movie role! So, I got it for the kids and we watched it today.

It was pretty good, even considering the special effects circa 1979 and the obvious low budget. My kids all enjoyed it, even 5yo Suzy, and I think they got the concept of the story and could follow the plot. Before the movie started, there was a short overview of the life of John Bunyan, the author. George Beverly Shea, the famous hymn singer, was the narrator.

And yes, they all recognized Liam Neeson. After all, he plays Qui-Gon Jinn in the Star Wars movies AND he does the voice of Aslan in the Narnia movies.

David asked me if Liam Neeson was a Christian. I had to say I don't think so, based on his movie roles, although I don't know for sure. He sure would have to know the truth as his main role in this film was Evangelist, and he also played several other characters including Jesus.

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Sunday, February 17, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by IBlog

I have never read Pilgrim's Progress, but probably should someday:) I didn't know Liam Neeson did the voice of Aslan!

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Monday, February 18, 2008 - More John Bunyan resources

Posted by Starlady

I've read the Modern English translation of Pilgrims Progress, both books, to my kids the past few years. This year, I just didn't want to read it again LOL. Instead, I found this book at our convention, John Bunyan The Tinker of Bedford by William Deal. It's put out by Christian Liberty Press. It details the life of John Bunyan from his birth to his death, including his writing of PP. It was a nice look into the life of the man behind PP. We also received in the mail from Truth for Life a book, Travel with John Bunyan Exploring the world of John Bunyan, author of the Pilgrims Progress by John Pestell. This is a neat little book that has pictures, maps and descriptions of the places John Bunyan lived, worked, etc. Together, these two books really made PP come alive. When I go to read PP next year, it will be with a new understanding of the author. :)

I'm going to go look for that movie you mentioned on Netflix. I didn't even think to look for a movie. :)

Linda

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