Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin, Nora Archibald Smith

Froebel's Gifts

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Explore the foundational principles of early childhood education with "Froebel's Gifts," a seminal work by Kate Douglas Wiggin and Nora Archibald Smith. Delve into the revolutionary "gifts" - a series of carefully designed play objects - that Friedrich Froebel developed for his kindergarten system. This comprehensive guide outlines Froebel's innovative teaching methods, emphasizing the importance of play and sensory experience in a child's development. Discover how these gifts were intended to foster creativity, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. "Froebel's Gifts" remains a valuable resource for educators, parents, and anyone interested in the history of kindergarten and its lasting impact on early childhood education. This meticulously prepared print republication offers a clear and accessible exploration of Froebel's influential ideas, allowing you to understand the concepts that shaped modern teaching practices. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 263g
• ISBN-13: 9781023375191
• ISBN-10: 1023375192
• Artikelnr.: 74004761

Autorenporträt

Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin (1856-1923) was a revered American educator, author, and reformer of children's education in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. An ardent advocate for kindergarten and early childhood education, her literary contributions extended beyond pedagogy into the realm of children's fiction and adult novels. Perhaps her best-known work is the classic children's story 'Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm' which continues to enchant readers with its depiction of youthful resilience and optimism. In her educational text 'Froebel's Gifts' (1895), Wiggin delved into the educational philosophy of Friedrich Froebel, the founder of the kindergarten movement, illustrating how the use of simple educational materials could profoundly influence a child's development. Her writing style often reflected her educational ideals, characterized by a belief in nurturing the hearts and minds of children through engaging storytelling. Wiggin's commitment to pedagogical advancement led her to pen several influential works on the subject, including 'The Story of Patsy' and 'Kindergarten Principles and Practice', further shaping the discourse on early childhood education. In addition to her educational and literary contributions, Wiggin also co-founded the first free kindergarten on the West Coast of the United States. Her books, distinguished by their warmth, humor, and vivid characterizations, remain a testament to her legacy as an innovator in children's literature and education.