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Wings and the Child
E. Nesbit
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When this book first came to my mind it came as a history and theory of the building of Magic Cities on tables, with bricks and toys and little things such as a child may find and use. But as I kept the thought by me it grew and changed, as thoughts will do, until at last it took shape as an attempt to contribute something, however small and unworthy, to the science of building a magic city in the soul of a child, a city built of all things pure and fine and beautiful." -- E. Nesbit
When this book first came to my mind it came as a history and theory of the building of Magic Cities on tables, with bricks and toys and little things such as a child may find and use. But as I kept the thought by me it grew and changed, as thoughts will do, until at last it took shape as an attempt to contribute something, however small and unworthy, to the science of building a magic city in the soul of a child, a city built of all things pure and fine and beautiful." -- E. Nesbit
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Community Reviews
So inspiring!
Some brilliant ideas, some wise advice, some less wise advice. Overall a worthwhile inspiring read.
I enjoyed the first half of this book and it contains a quote/idea I’ve been chewing on for awhile now about the relationship between fairytales and spiritual formation in children. The quote starts with “But Mr. Gradgrind prefers the lantern unlighted” and goes on to say that we’re not allowed to b
I grew up reading E. Nesbit's books, and only found this one recently in a used bookstore, where I plunked down more money than I should've on a first edition (not saying it wasn't worth it, just that I probably shouldn't be spending that much money on one book).
I'd never read anything non-fiction b
This book is a delightful introduction to the mind of a child at play. It is my belief that this book, along with Swallows and Amazons, should be mandatory reading for all mothers and educators.
Nesbit lays out some fundamental precepts on allowing the imaginative life to grow within a child- the de
3.5 stars. The first half (or so) of the book dealt with the author's philosophy of imagination in children and how to encourage children to use their imaginations in play, especially in creating imaginary worlds--really good. The last half (or so) of the book drilled down into the practical aspects
fascinating ruminations on how to play with children -which is a talent some have automatically but some need to learn. If you work with children in any capacity, as a parent, an educator, or a care giver, or some combination of these, you need to read this book.