Froebel's Occupations (1896)

Froebel's Occupations is a book written by Kate Douglas Wiggin in 1896 that explores the educational philosophy and methods of Friedrich Froebel. Froebel was a German educator who is known for his work in developing the concept of kindergarten and the use of play-based learning to promote children's development.The book provides a detailed explanation of Froebel's approach to education, which emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning and the use of creative activities to engage children in the learning process. The book includes a range of ideas for educational activities, such as paper folding, weaving, and clay modeling, which are designed to help children develop their motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.Wiggin also provides a historical context for Froebel's ideas, discussing the cultural and social factors that influenced his work. She also includes examples of how Froebel's methods were applied in various educational settings, including kindergartens and primary schools.Overall, Froebel's Occupations is a valuable resource for educators and parents who are interested in learning more about Froebel's educational philosophy and methods. The book provides practical ideas for engaging children in hands-on learning and emphasizes the importance of creativity and play in promoting children's development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.