Nature Myths And Stories For Little Children

Excerpt from Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children For instance the child has been observing, read ing, and writing about -the sun, the moon, the direction of the wind, the trees, the owers, or the forces that are acting around him. He has had the songs, poems, and pictures connected with these lessons to further enhance his thought, inter est, and observation. He is now given a beautiful myth. He is not expected to interpret it. It is presented for the same purpose that a good picture is placed before him. He feels its beauty, but does not analyze it. If, through his observation or something in his experience, he does see a meaning in the story he has entered a new world of life and beauty. Then comes the question to every thoughtful teacher, Can the repetition of words necessary to the growth of the child's vocabulary be obtained in this way? This may be accomplished if the teacher in plan ning her year's work, sees a close relation between the science, literature, and number work, so that the same words are always recurring, and the interest in each line of work is constant and ever increasing. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works."

FEELING the great need of stories founded upon good literature, which are within the comprehension of little children, I have written the following stories, hoping that they may suggest to primary teachers the great wealth of material within our reach. Many teachers, who firmly believe that reading should be something more than mere word-getting while the child's reading habit is forming, are practically helpless without the use of a printing press. We will all agree that myths and fables are usually beautiful truths clothed in fancy, and the dress is almost always simple and transparent. Who can study these myths and not feel that nature has a new language for him, and that though the tales may be thousands of years old, they are quite as true as they were in the days of Homer. If the trees and the flowers, the clouds and the wind, all tell wonderful stories to the child he has sources of happiness of which no power can deprive him. And when we consider that here, too, is the key which unlocks so much of the best in art and literature, we feel that we cannot rank too highly the importance of the myth in the primary schoolroom.

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Flora J. Cooke's 'Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children' is a charming collection of tales that introduces young readers to the wonders of nature through engaging narratives. Written in a simple and easy-to-understand style, the book presents a delightful mix of myths and stories that explore the natural world in a whimsical and captivating way. Each story is beautifully crafted to both entertain and educate, making it an ideal read for children seeking to deepen their appreciation of nature. Cooke's literary style is reminiscent of classic fairy tales, with a focus on moral lessons and the beauty of the natural world. This book is a perfect introduction to the magic of nature for young readers, offering them a delightful journey through imaginative storytelling. Flora J. Cooke, a seasoned educator and writer, drew inspiration from her love of nature and her desire to instill a sense of wonder in young minds. Her passion for teaching and storytelling shines through in 'Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children', making it a valuable resource for parents and teachers looking to share the joy of nature with children. Recommended for young readers eager to explore the enchanting world of nature through captivating narratives.

Book Excerpt: e in the meadow grass all the long summer days."I have prepared a dress for you, which shall protect you well."Then she gave Tithonus the wonderful grasshopper coat of mail which had been unknown on earth until this time.She tinted it a soft green so that he might not be noticed in the grass.Tithonus went that day to live in the meadow and there, any summer day, you may find him and his family hopping merrily about in the sunshine.[Illustration]HOW THE ROBIN'S BREAST BECAME RED.Long ago in the far North, where it is very cold, there was only one fire.A hunter and his little son took care of this fire and kept it burning day and night. They knew that if the fire went out the people would freeze and the white bear would have the Northland all to himself. One day the hunter became ill and his son had the work to do.For many days and nights he bravely took care of his father and kept the fire burning.The white bear was always hidRead More

A collection of stories from around the world that are meant to explain such things as "Why the cat always falls upon her feet," "How fire was brought to the Indians," and "Why there is a hare in the moon."

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