Storytelling In School And Home: A Study In Educational Aesthetics (1912)

By Emelyn Newcomb Partridge and George Everett Partridge

Book Overview

""Storytelling In School And Home: A Study In Educational Aesthetics"" is a book written by Emelyn Newcomb Partridge and published in 1912. The book explores the art of storytelling and its potential for educational purposes both in schools and at home. Partridge argues that storytelling is an important tool for teachers and parents to engage children in learning, as it allows them to connect with the material on a deeper level and stimulates their imagination. The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the theoretical aspects of storytelling and its place in education, while the second part delves into the practical aspects of storytelling, including techniques for selecting and presenting stories. The third part provides examples of stories that can be used in educational settings, along with suggestions for how to use them effectively.Throughout the book, Partridge emphasizes the importance of choosing stories that are appropriate for the age and developmental level of the child, as well as the need for sensitivity and cultural awareness when selecting stories from different cultures. She also discusses the benefits of incorporating storytelling into various subjects, such as history, science, and literature.Overall, ""Storytelling In School And Home: A Study In Educational Aesthetics"" is a valuable resource for educators and parents interested in using storytelling as a tool for education and personal growth.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437252672
• ISBN13: 9781437252675
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"