Infant Schools: Their History And Theory (1904)

By Winifred Hindshaw and David Salmon

Book Overview

Infant Schools: Their History And Theory is a book written by David Salmon in 1904. This book provides a comprehensive account of the history and theory of infant schools, which are educational institutions designed for young children. The author discusses the origins of infant schools, tracing their development from the 18th century to the early 20th century. He explores the various theories and philosophies that have influenced the design and operation of these schools, including the ideas of Rousseau, Pestalozzi, and Froebel. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the curriculum and teaching methods used in infant schools, as well as the role of the teacher in fostering the intellectual, physical, and moral development of young children. Overall, Infant Schools: Their History And Theory is a valuable resource for educators and historians interested in the evolution of early childhood education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164680935
• ISBN13: 9781164680932
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"