CLASSICS. Aids to Classical Study. By W. H. D. ROUSE, M.A. Set Books. Vergil's Aeneid, Book II.; Caesar's Gallic War, Books IV., V. By J. H. HAYDON, M.A. The Tale of Troy, with Special Reference to Vergil. Notes for a Lantern Lecture. By Prof. W. C. F. ANDERSON, M.A. The Buried Treasures of the Acropolis. By R. S. HAYDON, M.A. Pre-Classical Culture in Greece. Dr. Leaf's "Iliad." MATHEMATICS. I. The Teaching of Algebra. Three articles providing a detailed discussion of the important laws of Algebraic signs, a syllabus of the subjects which should be included in an elementary course, and some remarks upon method. II. Noughts and Crosses. III. Practical Solid Geometry. IV. A Teacher's Library of Mathematics. By Prof. G. B. MATHEWS, M.A., F.R.S. The Teaching of Proportion for Use in Geometry. Two articles of prime importance to mathematical masters, showing best how to deal with the subjects of Euclid's Fifth Book. By Prof. M. J. M. HILL, M.A., F.R.S. The Teaching of Geometry. A description of geometrical principles which may with advantage be taught as an introduction to the study of Euclid. By Prof. G. M.. MINCHIN, M.A., D.Sc., F.R.S. The Teaching of Euclid's "Elements." By F. W. RUSSELL, M.A. Short Cuts in Mathematics. FRANK CASTLE, M.I.M.E. FRENCH AND GERMAN. The Position and Teaching of German. Three articles giving notes showing how the study of the German language may be simplified, with a suggested scheme of work. By E. L. MILNER-BARRY, M.A. The Early Teaching of French. A description, in six articles, of the methods of teaching advocated by the pioneers of the "reform movement. WALTER RIPPMANN, M.A. By Prof. Tel Maitre, tel Valet. Original French Play in one act. By Mrs. J. G. FRAZER (Lilly Grove). Set Books. Merrimée's "Colomba" and About's "L'Homme à l'Oreille Cassée." By Prof. WALter Rippmann, M.A. International Correspondence as an Aid to Language Teaching. By NEVILLE W. Ross, B.A. (Cantab.), B. ès L. (Paris). GEOGRAPHY. The System of the Winds. A connected account of the winds, showing how they are related to one another, and can be reduced to a simple system. By Prof. W. M. DAVIS. 1. Current Geographical Topics. Frequent papers on countries or districts which are at the time engaging public attention. II. Practical Work in Physical Geography. Experiments and Observations suitable for the new schedule of the Cambridge Junior Local Examination. By Dr. A. J. HERBERTSON, F.R.G.S. A Teacher's Library of Geography. By Dr. HUGH ROBERT MILL. The Making of Relief Maps. By J. STEPHEN. HISTORY. Chapters in History. A survey of important historical periods, containing many suggestions on method, much information not contained in text-books, and notes of service to teachers. By A. JOHNSON EVANS, M.A. Teachers' Notes on English History. A Synopsis of points which must be impressed upon pupils preparing for public examinations in history. By C. S. FEARENSIDE, M.A., and L. J. MCNAIR, B.A. A Teacher's Library of English History. By A. JOHNSON EVANS, M.A., and C. S. FEARENSIDE, M.A. The Salleze Method of Teaching History. How to Use the Raw Material of History. By ETHEL M. REILY. By F. BEATTY. The Beginnings of English Colonisation. Notes for Lantern Lectures. By C. S FEARENSIDE, M.A., and A. JOHNSON EVANS, M. A. ENGLISH. The Teaching of English in Public Schools. By Rev. G. C. BELL, M.A., Dr. JAMES Gow, M.A., E. W. Howson, M.A., C. J. BATTERSBY, M.A., and AMY LUMBY. English Composition. Useful suggestions as to how the difficulties of teaching this subject may be surmounted by teachers. By J. C. Nesfield, M.A. Set Books. I. As You Like It; II. Richard II. By J. A. NICKLIN, B.A. Essay Writing. Practical notes containing the results of much experience in teach. ing English composition. By C. J. BATTERSBY, M.A. English Analysis. A series of notes, with numerous examples, designed to simplify the teaching of this subject. By E. W. HURST, B.A. The Problem of Teaching to Read. By A. SONNENSCHEIN. On the Teaching of English Reading. An account of a novel method which has been followed with success. By NELLIE Dale. The Teaching of English Literature, with a suggested scheme of work. By W. H WEEDON. SCIENCE. Experimental Chemistry. A course of work based on the Junior Local Examinations of Oxford and Cambridge Universities. By Prof. J. B. COLEMAN, A.R.C.Sc., F.I.C. 1. Experimental Natural History. II. The Teaching of Botany in Schools By Prof. L. C. MIALL, F.R.S. Object Lessons in Botany. By Miss C. von WYSS. Hints on the Rearing of Caterpillars. By W. F. KIRBY, F.L.S., F.E.S. I. The Starry Heavens. Notes for Lantern Lecture. II. A series of illustrated The Law relating to the Teacher's Tenure of Office. By T. A. ORGAN, Barrister-atLaw. MISCELLANEOUS. Bi-Manual Training in Schools. By H. BLOomfield Bare, F.R.I.B.A. Music in Secondary Schools. By A. H. PEPPIN, B.A. To provide teachers with questions upon the most popular subjects of the various public examinations, test-papers are published every month, and can be obtained separately at a small cost for distribution to pupils. The examinations for which monthly test-papers have already appeared are:-London Matriculation; Oxford Senior, Junior, and Preliminary Locals; Cambridge Senior, Junior, and Preliminary Locals, and College of Preceptors. Numerous letters from teachers testifying to the value of these papers have been received, and it is intended to extend the system to other examinations. Arrangements are being made for papers covering the chief subjects of the following examinations, to appear a month or so before the particular examination to which they refer: -Examinations of the Central Welsh Board; Leaving Certificate Examination of the Scotch Education Department; Oxford and Cambridge Joint Board Examination. V. PRIZE COMPETITIONS. To obtain information on points of interest to teachers, a number of competitions, with book prizes, have been held. Some of the subjects of these competitions were The Twelve Most Popular Books in School Libraries, The Most Popular School Subjects, The Greatest Teachers of the Century, The Ten Noblest Men in British History, The Most Popular Books of the Year, Answers to History Questions, Answers to Geography Questions, English Essays, etc. VI. OTHER FEATURES. Among other features of THE SCHOOL WORLD are selections from current literature; short notices by teachers of recent school books; notable passages from sermons preached in public schools; articles on school equipment; public school examination papers; notes on topics of interest to teachers; records of important resolutions adopted by the chief educational organisations; and concise accounts of all events and publications affecting educational work and progress. Much interest has been shown in the Chess Column, and an Inter-School Tourney has been arranged. The high standard and variety of the articles which have already appeared will be sustained in future numbers and many new features will be added. To every teacher who desires to be in touch with the best opinions upon educational methods, and to keep abreast with the times, THE SCHOOL WORLD is indispensable. L. C. MIALL, F.R.S. PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY IN THE YORKSHIRE COLLEGE Personal Explanations; The Necessity of being Interesting; Maxims |