Corderius Americanus Or An Essay Upon the Good Education of Children

Corderius Americanus is a book written by Cotton Mather, an American Puritan minister, in 1712. The book is an essay on the importance of good education for children, and it is based on the Latin textbook ""Colloquies"" by the Dutch scholar Mathurin Cordier, which was widely used in schools in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries.Mather's version of the ""Colloquies"" was adapted to the American context, and it includes dialogues between a teacher and his students on various topics such as grammar, history, geography, religion, and morality. The book also includes advice on how to discipline children, how to teach them good manners and virtues, and how to instill in them a love for learning and a respect for authority.Corderius Americanus reflects Mather's belief in the importance of a well-rounded education that combines religious instruction with secular knowledge. He argues that children should be taught to read, write, and speak correctly in their native language, as well as to understand the principles of mathematics, science, and the arts. However, he also emphasizes the need to teach children to be humble, obedient, and respectful, and to cultivate a strong sense of morality and piety.Overall, Corderius Americanus is a valuable historical document that provides insights into the educational practices and beliefs of early American Puritans. It is also a useful resource for parents and educators who are interested in the history of education and in the development of pedagogical theories.1708. This book is an essay on the education of children, and what may hopefully be attempted for the hope of the flock in a funeral sermon upon Mr. Ezekiel Cheever, the ancient and honorable Master of the Free School in Boston, who left off when mortality took him in August 1708. With an elegy and an epitaph upon him. Written in Old English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.