used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
accomplishmentsnounUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃmənts/
plural of “accomplishment” — the action of accomplishing something
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
adaptverbUS /əˈdæpt/
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
adultnounUS /əˈdʌlt/
a fully developed person from maturity onward
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
be able to spare or give up
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
aimverbUS /eɪm/
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
Alban
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From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
AlphabetnounUS /ˈælfəbet/
a character set that includes letters and is used to write a language
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
take a court case to a higher court for review
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
AppendixnounUS /əˈpendɪks/
supplementary material that is collected and appended at the back of a book
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
BaconnounUS /ˈbeɪkən/
back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
CultivatingverbUS /ˈkʌltɪveɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “cultivate” — foster the growth of
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
dependverbUS /dɪˈpend/
be contingent upon (something that is elided)
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
DesignedadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪnd/
done or made or performed with purpose and intent
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
DesigningnounUS /dɪˈzaɪnɪŋ/
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
educationaladjectiveUS /ˌedʒəˈkeɪʃənəl/
relating to the process of education
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
experiencesnounUS /ɪkˈspɪriənsɪz/
plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
the organ of sight
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
people in general (often used in the plural)
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
Francis
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From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
highest in quality
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
handworknoun
a work produced by hand labor
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
the aggregate of past events
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
imposeverbUS /ˌɪmˈpoʊz/
compel to behave in a certain way
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
lengthenverbUS /ˈleŋθən/
make longer
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
lessonsnounUS /ˈlesənz/
plural of “lesson” — a unit of instruction
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
Louise
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From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
in such a manner as could not be otherwise
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
ObservantadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvənt/
paying close attention especially to details
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
OriginnounUS /ˈɔːrədʒən/
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
parentnounUS /ˈperənt/
a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
planningnounUS /ˈplænɪŋ/
an act of formulating a program for a definite course of action
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
remakeverbUS /ˈriːˈmeɪk/
make new
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
Ricketts
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From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
Identical; not different.
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
shortenverbUS /ˈʃɔːrtən/
make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
significancenounUS /səɡˈnɪfɪkəns/
the quality of being significant
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
term of address for a man
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
a thing, without saying which
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
St
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From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
StimulateverbUS /ˈstɪmjəleɪt/
act as a stimulant
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
suggestionsnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
a person whose occupation is teaching
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
TeachingnounUS /ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/
the profession of a teacher
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The aim is not to impose on children adult knowledge and accomplishments, but to afford them experiences that on their own account appeal to them, and at the same time have educational value and significance.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
the act of using
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
Verulam
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From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
ViscountnounUS /ˈvɪskaʊnt/
(in various countries) a son or younger brother or a count
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
at the time that
From this reading Children should have a great deal of handwork; they do their best thinking when they are planning something to do with their hands.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Their value will depend on the way in which they are brought before the children.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading These lessons are presented as suggestions with the idea that the teacher or parent will adapt, lengthen, shorten, or remake, as the needs of the little folk demand.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts
the act of creating written works
From this reading A Method of Teaching The Greatest Work of Sir Francis Bacon Baron of Verulam, Viscount St. Alban Designed to Stimulate Interest in Reading, Writing and Number Work, by Cultivating the Use of an Observant Eye With an Appendix on the Origin, History and Designing of the Alphabet _By_ Helen Louise Ricketts