The Infant System (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162698199)

The Infant System is a book written by Samuel Wilderspin, originally published in 1823. The book is a comprehensive guide to the educational philosophy and practice of the infant school system, which was a revolutionary approach to early childhood education in England during the 19th century. Wilderspin was a prominent advocate of this system, which emphasized play-based learning, individualized instruction, and the importance of nurturing children's physical, emotional, and intellectual development. The book provides a detailed account of the principles and methods of the infant school system, including the organization of the classroom, the selection and training of teachers, the use of sensory materials and toys, and the role of music and physical exercise in the curriculum. Wilderspin also discusses the benefits of the system for children's health, morality, and socialization, as well as its potential to reduce crime and poverty in society. The Infant System was widely influential in its time and helped to establish the infant school movement as a major force in education reform. It remains an important historical document for anyone interested in the history of early childhood education, as well as a valuable resource for contemporary educators seeking to incorporate play-based learning and child-centered approaches into their teaching practice.Arguments to show the importance of exercise, might be drawn from every part of the animal economy. Without it, the circulation of the blood cannot be properly carried on, nor the different secretions duly performed; neither can the fluids be properly prepared, nor the solids rendered firm or strong. The action of the heart, the motion of the lungs, and all the vital functions, are greatly assisted by exercise. But to point out the manner in which these effects are produced, would lead us beyond the present subject.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.

Author: Samuel Wilderspin
ISBN-10: 1162698195
ISBN-13: 9781162698199
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 206
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.44d