McGuffey's Eclectic Primer, Revised Edition by William Holmes McGuffey
"McGuffey's Eclectic Primer, Revised Edition" by William Holmes McGuffey is an educational textbook designed for early childhood literacy, likely written in the late 19th century. This primer serves as a foundational reading resource, introducing young children to basic reading and writing skills through a series of simple lessons and moral tales. It reflects the educational standards of its time, emphasizing phonics, vocabulary building, and moral instruction as essential components of early learning.
The content of the primer consists of a series of lessons, each presenting new vocabulary words alongside illustrations that capture children's attention. It guides students through structured learning, starting with basic words and progressively introducing more complex sentences. The stories and exercises not only teach children how to read but also instill lessons in kindness, responsibility, and appreciation of nature, such as caring for animals and working collaboratively. The layout encourages both independent reading and guided instruction, making it a versatile tool for educators and parents alike in fostering early literacy skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McGuffey, William Holmes, 1800-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title | McGuffey's Eclectic Primer, Revised Edition |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McGuffey_Readers |
| Credits | Produced by Don Kostuch |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | Readers (Primary) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14642 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 827 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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