Child in the Midst: A Comparative Study of Child Welfare in Christian and Non-Christian Lands
Author: first_name: Mary Shauffler
last_name: Labaree
Language: English
Year: 1914

Chapters follow the progression of a child from birth through working years.Thus, Chapter 1 traces the child from newborn to toddler stage in the home. It includes assumed rights of children and mothers, superstitions, diseases and treatments, and what missions are contributing. Continuing on, Chapter 2 compares homes in various countries, explains the need for teaching the mothers, and delves into roles of fathers and missions. Other chapters explore the importance of play, the clash between pl