Person
Born in Vienna, Maine, this future game-maker was raised in a "learning through play" approach.
Who is Milton Bradley?
This powerful kingdom rose to greatness, unifying German states in the 18th century.
What is Prussia?
In the late 1800's, this development changed the way the world viewed the importance of early education.
What is the Kindergarten Movement?
Bradley was a huge supporter of this future U.S President.
Who is Abraham Lincoln?
Uprising revolution in which the people demanded rights such as free speech and the end of censorship.
What is the Springtime of Peoples?
The framework in which a person learns, processes and retains information.
What is a learning theory?
Bradley obtained many of these in order to build his gaming empire.
What are patents?
Prussian ruler who, taken by surprise at the brazen force of the people, gave verbal ascent to their demands.
King Frederick William IV
This German, considered the "Father of Kindergarten," believed that learning through play was the best approach to shaping young minds.
Who is Freidrich Froebel?
To support the presidential campaign, Bradley sold copies of these (and lost money on refunding patrons!)
What are lithograph prints?
Prussia claims to be the first nation to establish this fundamental right for all of its citizens.
What is universal education?
Based off the framework of Froebel's ideals, this style of education teaches independence through real-life experience and whole child learning.
What is Montessori Education?
This newsletter published for teachers, included topics such as color theory, social and emotional learning styles and curriculum development.
What is the Kindergarten Review?
Wealthy landowners who had high influence and power in government and law.
Who are "Junkers?"
These items include balls, blocks and sticks, are all meant to foster creative thinking and imaginative play.
What are Froebel's Gifts?