Catharine Beecher

Catharine Esther Beecher (September 6, 1800 – May 12, 1878) was an American educator known for her forthright opinions on female education as well as her vehement support of the many benefits of the incorporation of kindergarten into children's education. She published the advice manual The American Woman's Home with her sister Harriet Beecher Stowe in 1869. Some sources spell her first name as "Catherine".

Catharine Beecher
Born(1800-09-06)September 6, 1800
East Hampton, New York, United States
DiedMay 12, 1878(1878-05-12) (aged 77)
OccupationEducator
Parent
  • Lyman Beecher (father)
FamilyBeecher
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