Studies of childhood by James Sully
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| Author | Sully, James, 1842-1923 |
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| Title | Studies of childhood |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introductory -- The age of imagination -- The dawn of reason -- Products of child-thought -- The little linguist -- Subject to fear -- Raw material of morality -- Under law -- The child as artist -- The young draughtsman -- Extracts from a father's diary -- George Sand's childhood -- Bibliography. |
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| Summary | "Studies of Childhood" by James Sully is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work delves into various aspects of child psychology, aiming not only to provide scholarly insights but also to engage a wider audience, including parents and educators. Sully combines research and observation to explore the developmental stages of children, emphasizing how their unique cognitive processes manifest in play, language, and moral development. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of childhood through both a historical and psychological lens. Sully reflects on humanity's long-standing fascination with infants, noting how perceptions of childhood have evolved from viewing children as morally deficient beings to recognizing the inherent beauty and complexity of their minds. He outlines the need for scientific inquiry into early childhood experiences, arguing that understanding a child’s thought processes is essential for both psychological study and practical application in parenting and education. The preliminary portion thus introduces a nuanced perspective on childhood that highlights the interplay of imagination and reality in a child's experience, laying a foundation for the ensuing studies detailed in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LB: Education: Theory and practice of education |
| Subject | Child development |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62175 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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