02354cam a22003013u 4500 54300 UtSlPG 20260610134243.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QA Marks, Bernhard, 1832-1913 Marks' first lessons in geometry : In two parts. Objectively presented, and designed for the use of primary classes in grammar schools, academies, etc. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-03-08 Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Marks' First Lessons in Geometry" by Bernhard Marks is a comprehensive educational textbook written in the late 19th century. This work is designed for primary classes in grammar schools and academies, aiming to introduce young learners to the fundamentals of geometry in an accessible and objective manner. The book emphasizes the importance of teaching geometry at an early age, promoting the idea that it is just as essential a component of basic education as arithmetic. The opening of the book outlines the author's belief in the necessity of including geometry in early education. Marks argues that arithmetic, while valuable, should not overshadow the foundational knowledge of geometry that students will need in practical life. He critiques the educational system for neglecting this subject and highlights the potential for young students to understand geometrical concepts from a very young age. The section sets the stage for the lessons that follow, which systematically cover geometric principles, vocabulary, and problem-solving through a structured and repetitive approach aimed at fostering understanding in teachers and students alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Geometry -- Study and teaching https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54300 95134 95134