John Holt Bücher

Alle Kinder haben in ihren ersten Lebensjahren schon ein gewaltiges Pensum erfolgreich gelernt, sie sind offen, neugierig und schlau und sie stürzen sich mit Begeisterung auf alles Neue. Was aber passiert, wenn sie dann Schüler sind? John Holt, lange Zeit Lehrer an einer Grundschule, ist der Frage nachgegangen, warum Kinder mit zunehmendem Alter in der Schule immer lernunlustiger werden. Was geht eigentlich vor, wenn sie im Unterricht nach und nach verstummen, blind drauflosraten oder nur noch die „richtige“ Antwort geben wollen - um zu gefallen, um belohnt zu werden, aber nicht, um selbstständig weiter zu denken? Der Autor hat unzählige Unterrichtsbeispiele gesammelt und zeigt Alternativen auf, die den Kindern helfen, ihre natürliche Intelligenz auch in der Schule erfolgreich zu nutzen.

From the preface by Deborah Meier: "We have a long way to go to make John Holt's dream available to all children. But his books make it possible and easier for many of us to join him in the journey." In this enduring classic, rich with deep, original insight into the nature of early learning, John Holt was the first to make clear that, for small children, "learning is as natural as breathing." In his delightful book he observes how children actually learn to talk, to read, to count, and to reason, and how, as adults, we can best encourage these natural abilities in our children.

Challenging conventional views on childhood, this reprint explores the rights of children and advocates for a more open and enjoyable coexistence between adults and children. It critiques the extended confinement of children in a protective "walled garden," arguing that this can feel more like imprisonment. By proposing that children should have the same rights as adults, the book invites readers to envision family dynamics rooted in shared experiences and mutual responsibilities rather than control and limitation.

This comprehensive guide serves as an essential resource for fly fishers seeking the best fishing experiences in eastern Montana. It features detailed maps and hatch charts, providing valuable insights into local fishing conditions and techniques. With its thorough information, it caters to both novice and experienced anglers, ensuring they are well-prepared for their fishing adventures.

How small children begin to read, write, count, and investigate the world, without being taught.

Written by John Dominis Holt, this novel explores two cultures merged in the life of the protagonist. This young boy finds himself on a ranch in Waimea, trying to make sense of the differences in class and peoples as he himself realizes the great divide between the Western and Native Hawaiian identities that he comes from.

This is a collection of essays and articles written and compiled by John Holt, each brimming with inspiration and ideas on how to teach children. Taking into account how children actually learn, this book shows us the difference between learning and schooling through his original thinking; clear, thoughtful writing; and first-hand accounts of what does and doesn't work in education.