A Little Pretty Pocket-book
Inspiring Children Through 18th Century Literature and Playful ActivitiesBy John Newbery
Length1h 8m
About this audiobook
In "A Little Pretty Pocket-book," John Newbery presents a pioneering work in children's literature that deftly combines entertainment with moral instruction. Written in a playful and accessible style, this book employs wit and charm to engage young readers, featuring a collection of rhymes, stories, and games designed to cultivate both imagination and moral character. Newbery's innovative approach, reflective of the Enlightenment's emphasis on education and rational thought, marked a significant departure from the didacticism of prior children's texts, making reading a delightful yet instructive experience for the burgeoning literacy of children in the 18th century. John Newbery (1713-1767), often hailed as the 'father of children's literature,' was a bookseller and publisher who recognized the market potential for juvenile literature. His own experiences as a young reader and a keen observer of society's educational needs inspired him to create works that were not just entertaining but also conducive to moral development. Newbery understood that engaging children's imaginations was essential to nurturing their intellects, thus he artfully crafted "A Little Pretty Pocket-book" to meet these dual aims. "A Little Pretty Pocket-book" is highly recommended for educators, parents, and anyone interested in the evolution of children's literature. Newbery's remarkable ability to blend playfulness with pedagogy will resonate with modern readers who appreciate literature's role in shaping young minds. This book is not only historically significant but also a delightful gateway to the joys of reading for children, making it a timeless treasure in any library.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length1 hr 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 8, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26Tip-Cat
2to Little Master Tommy
27Fives
3to Pretty Miss Polly
28Leap-Frog
4Advertisement
29Birds-Nesting
5Chuck-Farthing
30Train-Banding
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6Flying the Kite
31All the Birds in the Air
7Dancing round the May-Pole
32Hop-Hat
8Marbles
33Shooting
9Hoop and Hide
34Hop-Scotch
10Thread the Needle
35Who will play at my Squares?
11Fishing
36Riding
12Blindman's Buff
37The Alphabet
13Shuttle Cock
38The Wolf and the Kid
14King I Am
39The Husbandman and the Stork
15Peg-Farthing
40The Shepherd's Boy
16Knock out and Span
41Mercury and the Woodman
17Hop, Step, and Jump
42to Sir
18Boys and Girls come out to Play
43to Madam
19I sent a Letter to my Love
44Prayers
20Pitch and Hussel
45Asking a Blessing
21Cricket
46Reading
22Stool-Ball
47Charity
23Swimming
48I. Spring
24Base-Ball
49II. Summer
25Trap-Ball
50III. Autumn
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