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Marks' first lessons in geometry In two parts. Objectively presented, and designed for the use of primary classes in grammar schools, academies, etc.

By Bernhard Marks

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover an old-fashioned way of teaching shapes and lines to kids, underlining the lost importance of geometry in our schools years ago.

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2017-03-08
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"Marks' First Lessons in Geometry" by Bernhard Marks is an instructional book made for students in early grades to learn the basics of geometry clearly and simply. Emphasizing that geometry is as important as things like adding and subtracting, the author believes kids should learn about shapes and space early on. He thought schools focused too much on arithmetic while ignoring geometry, which he believed was necessary for practical life. He argued that even young children can learn and understand geometry if taught they use a step-by-step method. The lessons that follow start at the beginning of geometry, teaching students the basics bit by bit and using repetition to help teachers and students grasp the ideas.

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