Froebel's Gifts by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin and Nora Archibald Smith
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| Author | Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923 |
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| Author | Smith, Nora Archibald, 1859-1934 |
| Title | Froebel's Gifts |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Froebel's Gifts" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin and Nora Archibald Smith is an educational handbook written in the late 19th century. The text focuses on Friedrich Froebel's principles of early childhood education, specifically the concept of the kindergarten and the sequential gifts designed to aid in child development. This work aims to illuminate Froebel's theories and methods for teachers and parents, outlining the importance of practical engagement with children through various educational gifts. At the start of the book, the authors introduce the concept of "Froebel's Gifts," which are educational tools and materials to promote learning in children. They emphasize that these gifts are derived from years of experience and observation within kindergarten settings, aimed at developing a child's understanding of the world through hands-on activities. The authors discuss how the gifts represent fundamental concepts such as unity, activity, and color, providing a solid foundation for early education. Additionally, they advocate for a playful, engaging approach to teaching, encouraging educators to adapt their methods based on a child's instincts and natural curiosity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LB: Education: Theory and practice of education |
| Subject | Kindergarten -- Methods and manuals |
| Subject | Kindergarten |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31097 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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