Josephine Pollard facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Josephine Pollard
Born	October 10, 1834 New York City, New York
Died	August 15, 1892 (aged 57) New York City, New York
Occupation	Writer and poet
Known for	Christian hymns

Josephine Pollard (October 10, 1834 – August 15, 1892) was an American writer, poet, and a very talented hymn writer. She was known for writing many popular books for children. She also wrote over one hundred Christian hymns.

Josephine Pollard worked as an editor for the Sunday School Times. She also worked for the Methodist Book Concern. There, she edited a magazine for African Americans. She wrote for other children's magazines too, like The Little Corporal. Her poems appeared in famous magazines such as Harper's Magazine and Scribner's Magazine. Some of her children's poems were put together in a book called Elfin land in 1882.

Josephine Pollard wrote in a way that was easy for kids to understand. She didn't talk down to them or use words that were too difficult. Her books are popular again today, especially for kids learning to read at home.

Early Life and Education

Josephine Pollard was born in New York City on October 10, 1834. She was one of seven children. Her father, Calvin Pollard, was an architect. She went to an exclusive girls' school called the Springler Institute.

Pollard was a member of the Presbyterian Church her whole life. She went to the North Presbyterian Church in New York City. She also helped start a club for professional women called Sorosis. Josephine Pollard never married. She passed away in New York City on August 15, 1892, after being sick for a long time.

Famous Works

Josephine Pollard wrote many different kinds of books and poems.

Children's Books

Some of her popular children's books include:

• Bible Stories for Children (1899)
• History of The Old Testament in Words of One Syllable (1899)
• History of The New Testament in Words of One Syllable (1899)
• The Life of Christ for Young People (also called Young folks' life of Jesus Christ)
• The Life of Washington, A Child's History of America: Told in One-Syllable Words
• The History of the United States told in one syllable words (1884)

Christian Hymns

Some of the most well-known hymns she wrote are:

• Beyond the sunset's radiant glow, There is a brighter world, I know
• I have work enough to do, Ere the sun goes down
• I stood outside the gate
• Joybells ringing, children singing
• There are lights by the shore of that country
• 'Tis the Savior who would claim entrance to your heart (also known as Let the Savior In)

Poetry

Pollard's poems include:

• The Brave Little Tailor
• The Price of a Drink
• A Vagrant

You can find words by Josephine Pollard in songs on IMSLP.