Hints on Child-training
Enriched edition. A Comprehensive Guide to Raising Children with Moral and Spiritual ValuesBy H. Clay Trumbull
Length6h 8m
About this audiobook
H. Clay Trumbull's "Hints on Child-training" emerges as a significant contribution to child-rearing literature in the late 19th century. Merging practical advice with psychological insights, Trumbull's text presents a comprehensive framework for understanding the nuances of child behavior and discipline. Written in an accessible style, it draws from the author's extensive experiences in both parenting and pedagogy, embedding a moralistic tone that reflects the period's emphasis on character development. The book not only addresses the immediate challenges faced by parents but also serves as a philosophical meditation on the long-term goal of nurturing virtuous citizens. H. Clay Trumbull, a prominent figure in the field of education and a lay theologian, drew upon his rich background in religious and social contexts to inform his approach to child training. His deep commitment to moral and ethical upbringing, influenced by his personal convictions and professional experiences, sheds light on the motivations that shaped this work. Trumbull's extensive writings on related topics and his active role in various educational institutions further underscore his authority on the subject. This book is highly recommended for parents, educators, and anyone involved in child development who seeks a thoughtful and principled approach to upbringing. Trumbull's insights, grounded in a unique blend of practicality and morality, provide timeless guidance and provoke essential reflections on the important task of raising the next generation.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
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GenreSelf-Help
Length6 hrs 8 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE.
3I. CHILD-TRAINING: WHAT IS IT?
4II. THE DUTY OF TRAINING CHILDREN.
5III. SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS OF CHILD-TRAINING.
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6IV. DISCERNING A CHILD’S SPECIAL NEED OF TRAINING.
7V. WILL-TRAINING, RATHER THAN WILL-BREAKING.
8VI. THE PLACE OF “MUST” IN TRAINING.
9VII. DENYING A CHILD WISELY.
10VIII. HONORING A CHILD’S INDIVIDUALITY.
11IX. LETTING ALONE AS A MEANS OF CHILD-TRAINING.
12X. TRAINING A CHILD TO SELF-CONTROL.
13XI. TRAINING A CHILD NOT TO TEASE.
14XII. TRAINING A CHILD’S APPETITE.
15XIII. TRAINING A CHILD AS A QUESTIONER.
16XIV. TRAINING A CHILD’S FAITH.
17XV. TRAINING CHILDREN TO SABBATH OBSERVANCE.
18XVI. TRAINING A CHILD IN AMUSEMENTS.
19XVII. TRAINING A CHILD TO COURTESY.
20XVIII. CULTIVATING A CHILD’S TASTE IN READING.
21XIX. THE VALUE OF TABLE-TALK.
22XX. GUIDING A CHILD IN COMPANIONSHIPS.
23XXI. NEVER PUNISH A CHILD IN ANGER.
24XXII. SCOLDING IS NEVER IN ORDER.
25XXIII. DEALING TENDERLY WITH A CHILD’S FEARS.
26XXIV. THE SORROWS OF CHILDREN.
27XXV. THE PLACE OF SYMPATHY IN CHILD-TRAINING.
28XXVI. INFLUENCE OF THE HOME ATMOSPHERE.
29XXVII. THE POWER OF A MOTHER’S LOVE.
30XXVIII. ALLOWING PLAY TO A CHILD’S IMAGINATION.
31XXIX. GIVING ADDED VALUE TO A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS.
32XXX. GOOD-NIGHT WORDS.
33INDEX.
34Memorable Quotes
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