ke cold easily,
if in the open air,--which is not the case. All children need an
abundance of fresh air and the delicate need it particularly. The season
of the year and the character of the weather will, of course, dictate
just how much open-air exercise they may take.

If the weather is very cold and the air damp, or if there is a very cold
high wind, it is best to remain indoors; otherwise the child should
remain out for four or five hours. Indoor airing is obtained by
dressing the child to go out-doors, putting him in his carriage, and
leaving him before an open window in a room of good size with all the
doors closed so as not to create a draught.

HABITS OF THE DELICATE CHILD.--The amount of sleep necessary for a
delicate child is the same as for a normal child of the same age. The
room should always be well aired, night and day, and should be devoted
to the exclusive use of the child.

These children should never be allowed to sit on the floor. It is always
a difficult matter to avoid this, but it must be religiously guarded
against; otherwise a cold is the inevitable result.

A change of air is sometimes advisable and essential, especially during
the hot, humid weather of July and August. Much better results will be
obtained by sending these children to the mountains than to the
seashore.

Delicate children should always be clothed warmly, but not too warmly.
The feet and legs must always be kept comfortable. Moderate exercise,
short of fatigue, is necessary. A midday nap after the noon meal should
be taken every day. The child should be undressed and put to bed for two
hours and left there, whether it sleeps or not. This applies to delicate
children of all ages.

The education of delicate children should be postponed until the health
is restored. They should, however, be made to obey and they should be
taught good habits. When school work begins it should be made light and
easy. They should not go to school before the eighth year, and then not
unless physically fit. They should not play at rough games or with rough
companions, though it is not wise to shield them too much. Their habits
and peculiarities should be studied and every possible effort made to
direct them kindly and wisely so that they may contribute to their own
upbuilding.

A systematic observance of these suggestions will save many lives and
will aid very considerably in producing stronger men and women. Infinite
patience, tact and self-sa