
Children's Ways
Being selections from the author's "Studies of childhood," with some additional matterBy James SullyLength4h 54m
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In "Children's Ways," James Sully presents a comprehensive exploration of child psychology, illuminating the inherent behaviors, emotions, and cognitive processes of children. Sully adopts an empirical and observational style, keenly analyzing various aspects of childhood development, including play, learning, and emotional responses. Positioned within the late 19th-century context of burgeoning psychological study, Sully's work draws from contemporary advancements in neuroscience and education, aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and the lived experiences of children. His synthesis of anecdotal evidence with scholarly research offers a nuanced understanding of how children perceive and interact with their world. James Sully (1842-1923) was a prominent British philosopher and psychologist whose contributions to the understanding of childhood laid the foundation for modern educational practices. Influenced by the changing dynamics of society and emerging psychological theories, Sully sought to advocate for children'Äôs needs and rights. His background in both philosophy and education enabled him to approach the subject of child development with a unique lens, emphasizing the importance of nurturing children's intellectual and emotional capacities. "Children's Ways" is essential reading for educators, psychologists, and parents alike, providing invaluable insights into the complexities of child development. Sully'Äôs thoughtful analysis not only informs the reader about the intricate workings of young minds but also advocates for a compassionate and informed approach to nurturing children's growth. This book remains a cornerstone text for anyone invested in the vitality of childhood education and psychology.
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GenrePsychology
Length4 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
26FIRST THOUGHTS: (a) THE NATURAL WORLD.
2CONTENTS.
27The Fashion of Things.
3CHILDREN'S WAYS.
28The Bigger World.
4PART I. AT PLAY.
29Dreams.
5CHAPTER I.
30Birth and Growth.
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6THE REALM OF FANCY.
31CHAPTER VI.
7(a) The Transforming Wand.
32FIRST THOUGHTS: (b) SELF AND OTHER MYSTERIES.
8Fancy's Resting-places.
33The Visible Self.
9In Storyland.
34The Hidden Self.
10CHAPTER II.
35The Unreachable Past.
11THE ENCHANTMENT OF PLAY.
36The Supernatural World.
12The Young Pretender.
37The Great Maker.
13Mysteries of Dolldom.
38CHAPTER VII.
14Serious Side of Play.
39THE BATTLE WITH FEARS: (a) THE ONSLAUGHT.
15PART II. AT WORK.
40The Battery of Sounds.
16CHAPTER III.
41The Alarmed Sentinel.
17ATTACKING OUR LANGUAGE.
42CHAPTER VIII.
18The Namer of Things.
43THE BATTLE WITH FEARS (Continued).
19The Sentence-builder.
44The Assault of the Beasts.
20The Interpreter of Words.
45The Night Attack.
21CHAPTER IV.
46(b) Damage of the Onslaught.
22THE SERIOUS SEARCHER.
47(c) Recovery from the Onslaught.
23The Thoughtful Observer.
48CHAPTER IX.
24The Pertinacious Questioner.
49GOOD AND BAD IN THE MAKING.
25CHAPTER V.
50Traces of the Brute.