New Ideas for American Boys; The Jack of All Trades by Daniel Carter Beard
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About this eBook
| Author | Beard, Daniel Carter, 1850-1941 |
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| LoC No. | 00004970 |
| Title | New Ideas for American Boys; The Jack of All Trades |
| Alternate Title | The Jack of all trades; or, New Ideas for American boys |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "New Ideas for American Boys; The Jack of All Trades" by Daniel Carter Beard is a how-to guide written in the late 19th century." This work offers practical suggestions and projects tailored for boys, encouraging them to engage in various activities that foster creativity and hands-on skills. From building clubhouses to creating animal habitats, the book aims to inspire young readers to embrace resourcefulness and independence in their play and explorations. "The opening of the book sets the stage for Beard’s purpose, describing his motivation to provide guidance to boys seeking adventure and creativity." In the preface, the author reflects on how his previous publications had sparked interest among young readers, leading him to create this guide. He emphasizes the value of practical skills in both play and problem-solving, suggesting that engaging in these activities not only nurtures strong character but also allows boys to explore and appreciate the world around them. The sections outline various projects and activities, including creating tree-top clubhouses, establishing backyard zoos, and other hands-on experiments that align with the adventurous spirit of boys during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
| Subject | Amusements |
| Subject | Sports |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49936 |
| Release Date | Sep 11, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 131 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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