Excerpt from Conversations on Common Things, or Guide to Knowledge: With Questions
If Parents and Teachers shall, on examination, approve and adopt this for their children and pupils, I shall feel a degree of satisfaction, that the hours employed in writing, whether redeemed from sleep, or appropriated after the fatigues and labours of daily school duties were fulfilled, have not been profitless, and that I have attained the object of my highest ambition,-the improvement of children, and their advancement in the path of learning.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a captivating dialogue between a mother and daughter, exploring the world around them. It delves into the origins of common things, from the making of paper to the fascinating world of metals. The author uses a conversational style that is both engaging and informative, making even complex topics accessible to young minds. Set against the backdrop of the early 19th century, the book highlights the importance of acquiring knowledge and understanding the world around us, even in the face of seemingly mundane objects. The book emphasizes the practical value of knowledge, encouraging readers to be curious and inquisitive. It explores the significance of time, the labor involved in creating everyday items, and the evolution of inventions. This book, written by a teacher who truly cares about her student's development, reminds us that true education lies not in rote memorization but in an understanding of the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259222729_0
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