In this connection, it is well to bear in mind the general rule, especially in regard to children, that any idea or knowledge—if it is to be truly absorbed and of lasting benefit—must not remain in the realm of thought or pure knowledge, but must be immediately related to and connected with actual experience in some tangible expression in the child’s life. In this way, it can be expected that the knowledge plus experience which the child attains in school will be lasting and effective also outside the walls of the school... (Letter from 15th of Elul 5733, written to Shaliach in Madrid) |
