The Education of Man

by Friedrich Fröbel, William Nicholas Hailmann (Translation)

In this classic of childhood education, Froebel identifies the fundamental principles upon which he based his now-ubiquitous kindergarten system. Froebel demonstrates how to channel child's play and integrate it into the development of intelligence and social skills, explaining the vital inner connection between the pupil's mind and the subject of study.

Genres: Education

384 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1826

About the author

Friedrich Wilhelm August Fröbel or Froebel (21 April 1782 – 21 June 1852) was a German pedagogue, a student of Pestalozzi, who laid the foundation for modern education based on the recognition that children have unique needs and capabilities. He created the concept of the "kindergarten" and coined the word, which soon entered the English language as well. He also developed the educational toys known as Froebel gifts.

Reviews

[Leonardo]

Poco tiempo después, el pedagogo alemán Friedrich Froebel ( 1782-1852) llevó a cabo una gran reforma de la educación inicial bajo el espíritu de Pestalozzi... Los niños y las niñas de nuestro mundo actual le deben mucho al aporte de Froebel, ya que el concepto de una educación inicial basada en el juego dentro de un entorno de comprensión y cariño ha creado kindergartens o sus equivalentes en casi todas partes donde uno vaya.

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[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tough read but necessary for an Early Childhood Education grad student.