Second Reader
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"Second Reader" by George Stillman Hillard, published in 1866, is a valuable historical artifact from the era of 19th-century primary education. Designed as a textbook for young learners, this reader offers a glimpse into the pedagogical approaches and literary selections deemed appropriate for children during this period. The book's content and structure reflect the educational values and cultural norms of the time, making it a fascinating resource for educators, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of reading instruction.
Hillard's "Second Reader" likely includes a carefully curated collection of stories, poems, and exercises intended to build vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency in young students. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport readers back to a formative era in the history of education, offering insights into the methods and materials that shaped generations of learners.
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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
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.
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