Philosophy of Education:
* "Das Wesen des menschlichen Lebens" (The Nature of Human Life, 1937) - A key work exploring the nature of human existence and its implications for education.
* "Pädagogik" (Pedagogy, 1951) - A comprehensive text on pedagogy, emphasizing the importance of understanding the student's perspective and fostering their individual growth.
* "Die Wirklichkeit des Geistes" (The Reality of the Spirit, 1963) - A philosophical exploration of the human spirit and its role in education.
* "Die Pädagogik und die Probleme unserer Zeit" (Pedagogy and the Problems of Our Time, 1975) - Addresses contemporary challenges facing education, including technology and globalization.
Philosophy of Everyday Life:
* "Das Wesen der Gewohnheit" (The Nature of Habit, 1949) - An examination of the significance of habit in human life and its influence on experience.
* "Die Sprache des Herzens" (The Language of the Heart, 1952) - Explores the expressive power of language and its role in understanding human emotion and communication.
* "Die Freude am Dasein" (The Joy of Being, 1978) - A philosophical reflection on the meaning of joy and its connection to the experience of life.
Other Works:
* "Das Leben des Menschen" (The Life of Man, 1953) - A philosophical treatise on the meaning and purpose of human life.
* "Der Mensch in der Welt" (Man in the World, 1969) - Explores the relationship between humans and the world around them.
* "Philosophie der Zeit" (Philosophy of Time, 1970) - A philosophical inquiry into the nature of time and its significance for human experience.
Bollnow's work is characterized by its humanistic approach, emphasizing the importance of understanding human experience and the search for meaning in life. He is considered a leading figure in the field of phenomenological pedagogy and has had a lasting influence on German educational thought.