Practical Education: Treating of the Development of Memory, the Increasing Quickness of Perception, and Training the Constructive Faculty (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles G. Leland

9780365316978: Practical Education: Treating of the Development of Memory, the Increasing Quickness of Perception, and Training the Constructive Faculty (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365316970 ISBN 13: 9780365316978

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Unlock your child’s potential with practical education that goes beyond memorization.

This book presents a method to develop memory, sharpen perception, and train the constructive skills through industrial art and design. Grounded in classroom experience, it shows how memory and quick perception can be cultivated together to build confidence and lifelong learning.

Rooted in real-world teaching, the text argues for teaching memory separately before other lessons and demonstrates how to weave memory work with active hand‑crafts. It blends theory with practical exercises, drawing on art, design, and various crafts to prepare students for more complex learning and skilled work.

Clear guidance on developing memory through simple, repeatable practice
Techniques to awaken quick perception and create eye-memory
Hands-on approaches that connect memory and perception to constructive work
Specific paths in design and the minor arts, including wood carving and embroidery

Ideal for educators and parents seeking a time-tested framework to enhance learning through practical arts, this edition speaks to those interested in industrial art education and foundational cognitive development. It will resonate with readers exploring how to combine memory training with creative, hands-on activities to support academic growth.

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