The New American Second Reader

<p><i>The New American Second Reader</i> intended for elementary-age students reflects 19th-century educational practices and cultural values. Authored by Epes Sargent and Amasa May this reader offers insights into the pedagogical methods used to teach reading and instill moral principles in young learners during this era. The selections include a variety of stories poems and dialogues designed to engage children while also conveying important lessons about virtue diligence and patriotism.</p> <p>This historical reader provides a valuable resource for educators historians and anyone interested in the evolution of American education. Its content not only showcases the literary styles prevalent in the 19th century but also reveals the social and ethical ideals that were considered essential for shaping young minds. The New American Second Reader serves as a window into the past offering a glimpse into the classroom experiences of children in a bygone era.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>