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"...A MASTERFUL JOB of carefully evaluating folklore & tradition & checking it against solid documentary sources..." writes Robert A. Murray, Western historian & author, about THE LITTLE BLUE SCHOOL. Dr. Michael Devine, Director, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming, describes the book as a "charming & informative narrative." THE LITTLE BLUE SCHOOL tells in detail the story of a Wyoming ranching community & its school from the time of the first settlers until 1990, when the building was restored. It also tells of rural school experiences in general that occurred throughout the era & region. The authors, experienced teachers & academician, used in their research archival documents, oral histories & artifacts as well as published material from the field of rural education. The small volume is packed with delightful illustrations & photographs picturing a bygone time. As a bonus, the appendix includes how-to directions for authentic rural school games. To order contact: Tongue River Press, 6217 E. Catalina Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85251. (602) 994-3514. DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE.Husdale, Frances S. is the author of 'Little Blue School The Story of a School and Ranching Community in Early-Day Wyoming', published 1993 under ISBN 9780963948908 and ISBN 0963948903.
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