Part I. The Teaching of Nature-Study
What Nature-Study Should Do for the Teacher: Nature-study should inspire and refresh teachers, enhancing their enthusiasm and deepening their own understanding of the natural world.
When and Why the Teacher Should Say ‘I Do Not Know’: Teachers should admit ignorance when necessary to model honesty and encourage curiosity, fostering a learning environment where questioning is valued.
Nature-Study: The Elixir of Youth: Engaging with nature helps teachers stay mentally and physically rejuvenated, contributing to a more vibrant and energetic teaching approach.
Nature-Study as a Help in School Discipline: Nature-study can improve discipline by engaging students in active, hands-on learning, which reduces restlessness and fosters cooperation.
The Handbook of Nature Study, by Anna Botsford Comstock, public domain.
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