
Picture=Work
I. THE PROBLEM AND ONE OF ITS SOLUTIONS.
II. TYPES OF PICTURE-WORK.
III. A PICTURE-BOOK, AND HOW TO USE IT.
IV. SIDE-LIGHTS.
V. STORIES AND STORY-TELLING.
VI. SOME FIRST PRINCIPLES: UNITY, REALITY, ORDER.
VII. HOW TO LEARN HOW.
VIII. BOOKS, PICTURES, AND ILLUSTRATIVE MATERIAL.
IX. FALSE PICTURE-WORK.
In this thoughtful guide the author tackles a long‑standing challenge for Sunday‑school teachers: how to engage restless, bright‑minded children without resorting to rote lessons or dull lectures. Drawing on observations from leading religious schools and vivid anecdotes of youngsters mesmerized by great artworks, the book argues that visual “picture‑work” can turn abstract doctrine into lived experience. It outlines a three‑step reform—creating a calm environment, training educators, and enriching lessons with meaningful images—showing how a single painting can spark deeper understanding of faith.
The second part delves into practical methods, illustrating how even a simple reproduction of a masterpiece can capture a child's imagination and anchor core stories in memory. By describing real classroom moments and offering clear techniques, the author equips teachers with tools to make biblical narratives resonate. Readers will come away with fresh ideas for turning art into a powerful conduit for moral and spiritual learning.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (99K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Nov 28, 2012
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1952
Best known as an educator and textbook writer, he also had a hand in retelling adventure fiction for younger readers. His career joined classroom practice, teacher training, and practical writing in a very direct way.
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