Catharine Beecher

United States educator

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.

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Catharine Beecher was born on Saturday, 6 September 1800 in East Hampton, New York. She was best known as an educator. Beecher's country of citizenship (nationality) was American. She died on Sunday, 12 May 1878. Her zodiac star sign was Virgo.

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Date of birth	6 September 1800	edit
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Date of death	12 May 1878	edit
Age	77 (age at death)
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Nationality	American	edit

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