Observation more than books, experience rather than persons, are the prime educators.
More Quotes from Amos Bronson Alcott:
The true teacher defends his pupils against his own personal influence. He inspires self-distrust. He guides their eyes from himself to the spirit that quickens him. He will have no disciple.Amos Bronson Alcott
Our ideals are our better selves.
Amos Bronson Alcott
Who speaks to the instincts speaks to the deepest in mankind, and finds the readiest response.
Amos Bronson Alcott
Where there is a mother in the home, matters go well.
Amos Bronson Alcott
That is a good book which is opened with expectation, and closed with delight and profit.
Amos Bronson Alcott
A true teacher defends his students against his own personal influences.
Amos Bronson Alcott
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