The Physical Training of Children by Pye Henry Chavasse
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| Author | Chavasse, Pye Henry, 1810-1879 |
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| Contributor | Getchell, F. H. (Frank Horace), 1834-1907 |
| Title | The Physical Training of Children |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Infancy: Preliminary conversation. Ablution. Management of the navel. Clothing. Diet. Vaccination. Dentition. Exercise. Sleep. The bladder and the bowels. Ailments, disease, etc. Concluding remarks on infancy -- Childhood: Ablution. Clothing. Diet. The nursery. Exercise. Amusements. Education. Sleep. Second dentition. Disease, etc. Warm baths. Warm external applications. Accidents -- Boyhood and girlhood: Ablution, etc. Clothing. Diet. Air and exercise. Amusements. Education. Household work for girls. Choice of profession or trade. Sleep. On the teeth and the gums. Prevention of disease, etc. |
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| Summary | "The Physical Training of Children" by Pye Henry Chavasse is a detailed guide on child health and physical education written in the late 19th century. The work emphasizes the importance of proper physical care during infancy and childhood, discussing vital aspects such as nutrition, exercise, and hygiene. The text serves as a resource for parents and caregivers, aiming to educate them on best practices to enhance the well-being of children and reduce mortality rates in early life. The opening of this guide introduces a dialogue format that sets the foundation for a deep exploration of child care methodologies. Chavasse underscores the critical lack of knowledge among parents, particularly mothers, regarding the physical development and health management of their children. He highlights the significance of proper washing techniques, clothing choices, and nutritional guidelines, advocating for natural approaches in caring for infants. Through a combination of practical advice and persuasive arguments, the author aims to equip caregivers with the knowledge necessary to foster a child's health and development, reflecting a broader concern of his time regarding high infant mortality rates and inadequate parental preparation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Child care |
| Subject | Children -- Health and hygiene |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65260 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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