| Author |
Murray, E. R. (Elsie Riach), 1861-1932 |
| Author |
Smith, Henrietta Brown, 1868- |
| Title |
The Child Under Eight
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Brendan Lane, Anne Folland and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"The Child Under Eight" by E. R. Murray and Henrietta Brown Smith is a scholarly publication likely written in the early 20th century. This work explores the theories and practices surrounding the education of young children, emphasizing the considerable importance of nurturing their holistic development through free play and engaging activities rather than rote learning. It highlights principles established by key educators like Froebel, advocating for environments that encourage initiative and exploration, allowing children to grow and learn naturally. The opening of the book sets the stage for a thorough examination of early childhood education within the context of the evolving educational landscape. It introduces the authors' shared philosophy and goals, stressing that children, irrespective of their backgrounds, deserve optimal conditions for growth. They discuss the significance of the Kindergarten concept, rooted in play-based learning, and outline its historical background, including challenges and societal attitudes towards early education. Through a detailed introduction, the authors establish their intent to bridge practical educational practices with sound philosophical principles, aiming to empower children to thrive in a supportive and creatively stimulating environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
LB: Education: Theory and practice of education
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| Subject |
Education
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| Subject |
Child development
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| Subject |
Child psychology
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10042 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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