A day at Happy Hollow School: Play Guide and Free Edition
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A day at Happy Hollow School is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Van Derveer, Lettie Cook.
Catalogue synopsis
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"A Day at Happy Hollow School" by Lettie Cook Van Derveer is a play written in the early 20th century. The book presents a charming representation of a school day filled with the antics and dialogues of children attending a rural school. It likely explores themes of childhood innocence, friendship, and community spirit, showcasing the interactions among students and their teacher in a playful, yet revealing manner. The story unfolds in a single day at Happy Hollow School, where a group of quirky and relatable students, each with distinct personalities, interact with their strict but caring teacher, Miss Fitzsimmons. Through a series of humorous dialogues and classroom activities, the children navigate their lessons amidst distractions, teasing, and banter. As the play progresses, the teacher introduces a charitable idea to help a struggling family in their community, prompting the children to sacrifice their lunches for a good cause. The narrative culminates in a visit from a group of adults who enjoy the children's contributions, leading to a joyful and chaotic meal together, exemplifying the innocence and kindness of youth fostering community bonds.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A day at Happy Hollow School
- Author credits: Van Derveer, Lettie Cook
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Schools -- Drama
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
- Category: Teaching & Education
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