Abstract
“Aleeting the needs and interests of the whole child!” Used and re-used countless times, these words have tended to wear smooth. For some of us, they may have lost the sharp edge of meaning they once had.
Looking at some of the forces that concern the child in school may help give a fresh perspective. What happens to the individual who is a member of a natural group and not just a pupil in a class? What guides are there for the selection of good learning experiences? How can the child's environment be improved so that he learns eagerly that which is favorable to wholesome growth? The next three articles focus upon the child as he moves about in group living, in choosing experiences, in reacting to environment.
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