William H. McGuffey

William H. McGuffey (1800–1873) was an influential American educator and author best known for creating the McGuffey Readers, a series of textbooks widely used in American schools during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These books combined reading, spelling, grammar, and moral lessons, helping generations of students develop literacy and character. McGuffey’s approach emphasized not only academic skills but also moral values, shaping educational practices of his time. His work remains historically significant for its role in standardizing foundational education across the United States.