The Cornerstone Of Education: An Essay On The Home Training Of Children (1914)

By Edward Lyttelton

Book Overview

""The Cornerstone of Education: An Essay on the Home Training of Children"" is a book written by Edward Lyttelton and published in 1914. The book is an essay that explores the importance of home training in the education of children. Lyttelton argues that the foundation of a child's education is laid in the home, and that parents have a crucial role to play in shaping their children's character and values. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of home training. Lyttelton discusses the importance of parental example, the role of discipline and punishment, the need for a moral and religious education, and the value of physical training and outdoor activities. He also considers the importance of a child's social environment, and the need for parents to provide a healthy and stimulating home environment.Throughout the book, Lyttelton emphasizes the importance of a child's early years, and argues that the habits and attitudes developed in childhood will have a lasting impact on their adult life. He also stresses the need for parents to be patient, consistent, and loving in their approach to child-rearing.Overall, ""The Cornerstone of Education"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers practical advice and guidance for parents who are seeking to provide their children with a strong foundation for life. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the education and upbringing of children.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165783320
• ISBN13: 9781165783328
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"