Isbn: 9781331838548 - the brown mouse: a rural play in four acts (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book fictionalizes the true story of a pioneering rural schoolteacher, Jim Irwin, and his struggle to establish innovative teaching methods that connect classroom learning to real-world experiences. Set in the early 20th century, the book chronicles Jim's efforts to transform a one-room schoolhouse into a vibrant center for agricultural and practical education, much to the chagrin of the small-minded school board. Despite facing opposition and threats to his job, Jim perseveres, driven by his belief that rural schools should empower students with knowledge and skills directly applicable to their lives and livelihoods. The author explores the complexities of educational reform, the challenges of rural life at the cusp of the 20th century, and the resilience and determination of those who dare to challenge the status quo. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…