Recreational Leadership of Boys (Paperback)

William Ralph Laporte

ISBN 10: 1025473892 / ISBN 13: 9781025473895

Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026

About this Item

Paperback. "Recreational Leadership of Boys" is a foundational guide for educators, youth mentors, and physical instructors dedicated to the development and guidance of young men through organized play and physical activity. Written by William Ralph Laporte, this work examines the philosophy and practical application of leadership within the context of recreational programs. The text highlights the critical role that leisure activities play in character formation, emphasizing that play is not merely a pastime but a vital tool for social and moral education.The book provides a comprehensive framework for organizing sports, games, and outdoor activities designed to foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and discipline. Laporte explores the psychological and physical needs of boys at various stages of development, offering strategies to engage their interests while instilling positive values. From the management of community centers to the specific techniques required for effective supervision, "Recreational Leadership of Boys" serves as a significant historical benchmark in the field of physical education. It remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of social work and the evolution of organized youth movements in the early twentieth century.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 may 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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Recreational Leadership of Boys (Paperback)
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1025473892
• ISBN 13: 9781025473895
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

"Recreational Leadership of Boys" is a foundational guide for educators, youth mentors, and physical instructors dedicated to the development and guidance of young men through organized play and physical activity. Written by William Ralph Laporte, this work examines the philosophy and practical application of leadership within the context of recreational programs. The text highlights the critical role that leisure activities play in character formation, emphasizing that play is not merely a pastime but a vital tool for social and moral education.

The book provides a comprehensive framework for organizing sports, games, and outdoor activities designed to foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and discipline. Laporte explores the psychological and physical needs of boys at various stages of development, offering strategies to engage their interests while instilling positive values. From the management of community centers to the specific techniques required for effective supervision, "Recreational Leadership of Boys" serves as a significant historical benchmark in the field of physical education. It remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of social work and the evolution of organized youth movements in the early twentieth century.

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 may 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.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.