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""How Gertrude Teaches Her Children: An Attempt To Help Mothers To Teach Their Own Children And An Account Of The Method"" is a book written by Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi and first published in 1894. The book aims to provide guidance and support to mothers who wish to teach their own children, using the methods developed by Pestalozzi himself.The book is structured as a series of letters between Gertrude, a fictional mother, and Pestalozzi, in which Gertrude seeks advice on how to educate her children effectively. Pestalozzi responds with detailed instructions on how to teach various subjects, including reading, writing, arithmetic, and geography. He also discusses the importance of moral education and the development of character in children.The book is based on Pestalozzi's own educational philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning, observation, and individualized instruction. Pestalozzi believed that children should be taught in a way that is tailored to their individual needs and abilities, rather than being forced to conform to a standardized curriculum.""How Gertrude Teaches Her Children"" is a valuable resource for parents and educators who are interested in alternative approaches to education. It offers practical advice on how to teach children effectively, while also providing a fascinating insight into the educational theories of one of the most influential thinkers in the history of education.A Report To The Society Of The Friends Of Education, Burgdorf.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.