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Children's Rights: A Book of Nursery Logic

By Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A mother has a sacred claim on the world, and her life may be a cipher, but when the child comes, God writes a figure before it, and gives it value, highlighting the profound impact of a mother's role in a child's life and development.

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2003-11-01
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The book "Children's Rights: A Book of Nursery Logic" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a thought-provoking work that focuses on the rights and treatment of children. Wiggin argues that children have inherent rights that should be respected and protected, and that their upbringing and education should be centered around their needs and well-being. The book explores themes such as the importance of childhood, the role of parents and educators, and the need for a more nurturing and supportive environment for children to thrive. Wiggin also discusses the concept of "nursery logic" and how it can be applied to understand and address the unique needs and perspectives of children. Throughout the book, Wiggin emphasizes the importance of empathy, compassion, and understanding in relationships between adults and children, and advocates for a more child-centered approach to education and parenting. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it a valuable resource for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the well-being and development of children. The book is divided into several chapters, each addressing a specific aspect of children's rights and education. Wiggin draws on her own experiences as a teacher and educator, as well as the ideas of other prominent thinkers and researchers of her time, to inform her discussions and arguments. The book also includes anecdotes and examples from Wiggin's own life and work, which help to illustrate her points and make the book more engaging and relatable. Overall, "Children's Rights: A Book of Nursery Logic" is a significant and influential work that has contributed to the development of modern approaches to child-centered education and parenting.

About the Author

Kate Douglas Wiggin was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children's songs. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878. With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.

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