The Physical Training of Children

The Physical Training of Children

Nurturing Children's Physical Strength and Well-being in the Late 19th CenturyBy Pye Henry Chavasse
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In "The Physical Training of Children," Pye Henry Chavasse presents a comprehensive examination of the physical development and well-being of children in the context of Victorian society. Through a blend of scientific observation and practical advice, Chavasse advocates for a holistic approach to child rearing that emphasizes the integration of physical exercise, healthy diet, and mental resilience. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book reflects the era's growing interest in public health and childhood education, addressing contemporary concerns about urban living and sedentary lifestyles that threaten the vigor of youth. Pye Henry Chavasse, a prominent physician and educational reformer, was deeply influenced by the social conditions of his time and the emerging field of pediatric medicine. His background in both medicine and education informed his belief in the necessity of physical education as a cornerstone of childhood development. Chavasse'Äôs observations as a practitioner and his commitment to improving the well-being of future generations drove him to compile this influential work, bridging the gap between theory and practice in child health. This seminal text is highly recommended for educators, parents, and health professionals seeking insights into the foundational elements of child physical training. Chavasse'Äôs principles remain remarkably relevant today, offering timeless wisdom that encourages a proactive approach to nurturing physically fit and mentally resilient children.

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GenreHealth and Wellness
Length11 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1INTRODUCTION.
22EDUCATION.
2INFANCY.
23SLEEP.
3PRELIMINARY CONVERSATION.
24SECOND DENTITION.
4ABLUTION.
25DISEASE, Etc. (pt. 1)
5MANAGEMENT OF THE NAVEL.
26DISEASE, Etc. (pt. 2)
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6CLOTHING.
27WARM BATHS.
7DIET.
28WARM EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS.
8VACCINATION.
29ACCIDENTS.
9DENTITION.
30BOYHOOD AND GIRLHOOD.
10EXERCISE.
31ABLUTION, ETC.
11SLEEP.
32CLOTHING.
12THE BLADDER AND THE BOWELS OF AN INFANT.
33DIET.
13AILMENTS, DISEASE, Etc.
34AIR AND EXERCISE.
14CONCLUDING REMARKS ON INFANCY.
35AMUSEMENTS.
15CHILDHOOD.
36EDUCATION.
16ABLUTION.
37HOUSEHOLD WORK FOR GIRLS.
17CLOTHING.
38CHOICE OF PROFESSION OR TRADE.
18DIET.
39SLEEP.
19THE NURSERY.
40ON THE TEETH AND THE GUMS.
20EXERCISE.
41PREVENTION OF DISEASE, Etc.
21AMUSEMENTS.
42INDEX.

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