Be the first to ask a question about mcguffeys eclectic spelling book. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. While the pictures are there, but the formatting is way off and there are countless typos. Mcguffey s 1st eclectic reader and mcguffey s primer. By 1879, 60 million copies had been sold, and, by 1920, over 122 million. Textbook collection of the minnesota historical society. The influence that mcguffeys eclectic readers exerted on the minds of american schoolchildren for the better part of a century has, in recent years, been debated in such diverse quarters as scholarly treatises and the popular press. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The book turns out to be a childrens reading book complete with lessons.
This is an online version of a 19th century spelling textbook, and therefore any reference is used to serve for historical. The basis of instruction in this spelling book was the alphabet, or spelling, method, then and for a very long time prior to then, the almost. This 1879 revised edition conforms to websters international dictionary, and associates each lesson with some principle of sound, meaning, or accent. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The original mcguffey eclectic progressive spelling book. How to use a mcguffeys, part 1 i llustration from 5th mcguffey s. Project gutenbergs mcguffeys eclectic spelling book, by w. In 1838, alexander mcguffey, the brother of william h. This 1879 revised edition conforms to websters international dictionary, and associates each lesson with some principle of. Containing progressive lessons in reading and spelling 1853.
Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book by william holmes mcguffey. The readers emphasized the fundamental skills of reading and writing but included stories on a wide range of subjects from many sources hence, eclectic. The eclectic spelling book was designed to teach students the english language not since 1836, children have been delighted by the mcguffey readers exotic adventures, exciting stories. Students from all over the country have been practicing spelling words to compete in the finals of the 2018 scripps national spelling bee in washington. Oct 06, 2007 i have a mcguffeys electic spelling book 1896. The original mcguffey s eclectic progressive spelling book eclectic school series mcguffey s readers. Thanks to homeschooling we are proud owners of two new bookshelves and a book rack.
Containing progressive lessons in reading and spelling. The plan of the book enables the teacher to pursue the phonic method, the word method, the alphabet method, or any combination of these methods. Mcguffey s eclectic spelling book mcguffey, van nostrand reinhold. Mcguffey, drew up for publication the eclectic progressive spelling book which stated on its cover, designed to precede the eclectic readers. This companion volume was revised in 1879 to conform in orthography, pronunciation.
Mcguffey s teaching technique and the quality of reading material used are superlative, appropriate for any era desperately needed in our own. The project gutenberg ebook of mcguffeys eclectic primer, revised edition by william holmes mcguffey this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with. The plan of the book enables the teacher to pursue the phonic method, the word method, the alphabet method, or. Sign up for academic associates complete reading program now. Puritans new england primer, noah websters american spelling book, and the bible. William holmes mcguffey mcguffey, william holmes, 18001873 a wikipedia article about this author is available mcguffey, william holmes, 18001873. The eclectic spellingbook was designed to teach students the english language not by appealing merely to memory, but by associating each lesson with some principle of sound, meaning, or accent. Oct 12, 2010 mcguffey s eclectic spelling book includes a pictorial alphabet plus 248 individual lessons on spelling, grammar, pronunciation, abbreviation, usage and more. Find in a library service is not available from this catalog. How to use the mcguffey progressive spelling book i have recently discovered how powerful the mcguffey speller is in teaching spelling. They were widely used as textbooks in american schools from the mid19th century to the mid20th century, and are still used today in some private schools and in homeschooling. Textbook, mcguffeys sixth eclectic reader, revised.
If your guaranteed delivery item isnt on time, you can 1 return the item, for a refund of the full price and return shipping costs. Mcguffeys eclectic spellingbook by mcguffey, william holmes, 18001873. The first book is mcguffey s eclectic spelling book revised edition, american book company, new york, cincinnati, chicago, c. Mcguffeys teaching technique and the quality of reading material used are superlative, appropriate for any era desperately needed in our own. They were widely used as textbooks in american schools from the mid19th century to the mid20th century, and are still used today in some private schools and in homeschooling it is estimated that at least 120 million copies of mcguffeys readers were sold between 1836 and 1960, placing its sales in a category with the.
Called progressive because it begins with basic phonics. Buy a cheap copy of mcguffeys second eclectic reader. Mar 24, 2005 free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Since 1836, children have been delighted by the mcguffey readers exotic adventures, exciting stories, beautiful poems, and funny fables. Jun 23, 2019 the source document of this text is not known. My library card is currently maxed out mcguffey readers primer to high school. Samuel blumenfeld is still using the mcguffey readers in his tutoring work. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book by william mcguffey. Details about mcguffeys new fifth eclectic reader,1866,wm. Whenever a book will fit comfortably in a priority flat rate envelope, ill send it that way. The delivery date is not guaranteed until you have checked out using an instant payment method. Jun 07, 2018 students from all over the country have been practicing spelling words to compete in the finals of the 2018 scripps national spelling bee in washington, dc.
His eclectic first reader and eclectic second reader were published in 1836, the third and fourth in 1837. Mcguffey s eclectic spelling book includes a pictorial alphabet plus 248 individual lessons on spelling, grammar, pronunciation, abbreviation, usage and more. Laguna indian translation of mcgufeyfs new first eclectic reader laguna, nm. Eclectic school alexander h mcguffey 0880620005 9780880620000 the original mcguffeys eclectic progressive spelling book eclec. Mcguffeys 1st eclectic reader and mcguffeys primer. These are the 1879 edition of mcguffeys readers, or third edition. Free mcguffey readers sign up for our complete reading program now. Mcguffey eclectic spelling book lesson 1 part a youtube. Mcguffeys eclectic spellingbook by william holmes mcguffey. The mcguffey readers textbook series was used in american schools during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Mcguffey s fifth eclectic reader 1879 edition 364 pages. Teaching reading with the revised mcguffey readers teaching reading with the revised mcguffey readersi imagine this is what the school house looked like that my great grandmother georgie b headley taught in and used the mcguffey readers.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The eclectic spellingbook was designed to teach students the english language not this companion volume was revised in 1879 to conform in orthography, pronunciation, and spelling to the latest edition of websters unabridged dictionary. The new american september 29, 1986, with appreciation. The original mcguffeys eclectic progressive spelling book eclectic school series mcguffeys readers. This companion volume was revised in 1879 to conform in orthography, pronunciation, and spelling to the latest edition of websters unabridged dictionary.
I couldnt recommend the entire line of mcguffy s enough. The eclectic spellingbook was designed to teach students the english language not since 1836, children have been delighted by the mcguffey readers exotic adventures, exciting stories. Seventyone lessons use short stories to teach meaning, spelling, pronunciation, and punctuation. The project gutenberg ebook of mcguffeys eclectic primer.
Mcguffey readers are a famous series of textbooks widely used about 120 million copies sold. Mcguffeys 2nd eclectic reader and mcguffeys alternate 2nd eclectic reader. Tender sweet pauses while she mentally rehearses words in her mind. Mcguffeys second eclectic reader continues and extends the reading skills learned in the first reader, for children as young as six all the way to adults learning to read. The mcguffey readers are among the best known schoolbooks in the history of american. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book, revised edition christian book. Although the covers show significant wear and separation from the first page,the rest of the book is intact. Eclectic school 9780880620000 by alexander h mcguffey and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The first book is mcguffeys eclectic spelling book revised edition, american book company, new york, cincinnati, chicago, c. Written more than 160 years ago by the brother of preacher and educator william holmes mcguffey, this spelling primer is still revered for its solid i. Mcguffey s eclectic spelling book will pretty much take you from elementary grades through high school compacted all in one little book. Mcguffy readers always wanted these from greenfield village. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book project gutenberg.
This is how proper spelling, punctuation and grammar are reinforced. Source means a location at which other users can find a copy of this work. Moving from basic phonics, it progresses to lessons on syllables and then to advanced vocabulary worthy of a graduate student. May 07, 2011 mcguffey eclectic spelling book lesson 1 part a. These are the 1879 edition of mcguffey s readers, or third edition. Eclectic school by alexander h mcguffey 19820802 hardcover alexander h mcguffey on. The script exercises throughout the book and the slate.
Illustrations of the best character have been freely supplied, and the skilled teacher will be able to use them to great advantage. Textbook, mcguffeys sixth eclectic reader, revised edition. Buy a cheap copy of mcguffeys eclectic spelling book by william holmes mcguffey. The literacy rate as well as comprehensive understand would. The original mcguffeys reader was developed by william holmes mcguffey in the. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book includes a pictorial alphabet plus 248 individual lessons on spelling, grammar, pronunciation, abbreviation, usage and more. Free printable charlotte mason style lesson sheets for mcguffey readers homeschool giveaways free lesson sheets printables these pages are great for use with the mcguffey readers, but they can also be used with any reader or piece of literature being studied.
Mcguffeys fifth eclectic reader 1879 edition 364 pages. It is different from other methods in that the book is more of a recitation book than a book of words to spell on a spelling test. His eclectic first reader and eclectic second reader were published in 1836, the third. I am enjoying your posts about the mcguffy readers, and they are becoming more clear. The original mcguffeys eclectic progressive spelling book. Mcguffey s eclectic spelling book by mcguffey, william holmes, 18001873. Please see this documents talk page for details for verification. The books were also intended to develop proper character in children, and had a religious overtone. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling book wikisource, the free. Mcguffeys eclectic spelling bookthe english alphabet.
The influence that mcguffey s eclectic readers exerted on the minds of american schoolchildren for the better part of a century has, in recent years, been debated in such diverse quarters as scholarly treatises and the popular press. The original mcguffey eclectic progressive spelling book 9780880620000 by william holmes mcguffey. Home mcguffey s eclectic spelling book mcguffey s eclectic spelling book by mcguffey edition. This 1879 revised edition conforms to websters international dictionary, and associates each. Publication date 1879 publisher boston, ginn collection cdl. Mcguffey readers were a series of graded primers for grade levels 16. They contained stories of widely varied subject matter appealing to youngsters and taught religious, moral, and ethical principles that reflected both.
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