The face is the index to the mind, and at times shews the intention, even without words.
Some animals can read this index: the horse, the dog, the elephant, and many of the higher order of animals.

Children can always read the countenance of the sincere, the wise, and the good.

Yea! mere infants can.

Reader! Don't smile! were this the time and place, I could demonstrate these opinions by _facts_.

This is not a book for controversy and metaphysical disquisition; but for use to teachers.
When the children and teachers see each other, as in the gallery, the effect is highly beneficial.