Progressive Education, Vol. 1: Or, Considerations on the Course of Life; Observations on the First Four Years of Childhood (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Necker De Saussure

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332750272 ISBN 13: 9780332750279

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Insights on how early experiences shape a child’s mind and habits

Discover practical ideas for guiding behavior, developing order, modesty, obedience, and benevolent traits in the first years of life. This edition translates Madame Necker de Saussure’s thoughtful reflections on education, offering that early care can lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning and character.

In these pages, you’ll find concrete examples of everyday routines, gentle discipline, and the role of imitation in forming good habits. It emphasizes the importance of consistent, affectionate guidance and the careful cultivation of feelings that support ethical development from infancy onward. The book presents a structured look at how early childhood education can influence will, manners, and social tendencies, with a focus on practical, child-centered approaches.

• Everyday practices to foster order, neatness, and modesty from a very young age
• Ways to build obedience as a habit and a sense of responsibility
• Strategies for teaching values like generosity, honesty, and kindness
• Discussion of the mindset behind early education and its long-term impact

Ideal for caregivers seeking timeless, actionable guidance on nurturing a child’s growth during the crucial first years of life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332750272
• ISBN 13: 9780332750279
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 316