The Secret School
Jan 2013 · Sold by HarperCollins
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More than anything, Ida Bidson wants to become a teacher. To do that, she must finish eighth grade, then go on to high school. But her dream falters when the one-room school in her remote Colorado town shuts down. Her only hope is to keep the school open without anyone finding out. Yet even a secret school needs a teacher. Ida can't be it. . . . Or can she?
In the spirit of The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, Newbery Medal winner Avi creates an inspiring story of a headstrong girl determined to control her own destiny.
She has a plan, but can she convince her classmates—and keep it all a secret from the adults?
- Historical Fiction for Kids: Step back to 1925 Colorado, a time of Model T Fords, rural schoolhouses, and big dreams in a small mountain valley.
- One-Room Schoolhouse: When their teacher has to leave, Ida and her seven classmates must find a way to keep their beloved school from shutting down for good.
- Inspiring Girl Protagonist: Follow 14-year-old Ida Bidson, a determined and resourceful girl who refuses to give up on her dream of an education—even if she has to become the teacher herself.
- A Tale of Self-Reliance: A heartfelt story about friendship, community, and the courage it takes to forge your own path when the rules are against you.
More than anything, Ida Bidson wants to become a teacher. To do that, she must finish eighth grade, then go on to high school. But her dream falters when the one-room school in her remote Colorado town shuts down. Her only hope is to keep the school open without anyone finding out. Yet even a sec...
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November 5, 2016
It mainly takes place in 1925 were Ida Bidson trying to a teacher but she needs to finish 8th grade, and they tell her that girls don't go to high school but she needs to take her final exam and go to high school and finnaly be a teacher..........
Sharon Pfisterer
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May 3, 2015
This books is outstanding. I remember when i was younger my grandmother read it to me. So rereading this book had been wonderful. Everyone should read it!
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March 14, 2015
This book rules for school
About the author
Avi's many acclaimed books for young readers include the Newbery Medal-winning Crispin: The Cross of Lead and the Newbery Honor books Nothing But the Truth: A Documentary Novel and The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle as well as The Fighting Ground, Poppy, and The Secret School. He lives in Colorado.
Avi's many acclaimed books for young readers include the Newbery Medal-winning Crispin: The Cross of Lead and the Newbery Honor books Nothing But the Truth: A Documentary Novel and The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle as well as The Fighting Ground, Poppy, and The Secret School. He lives in Co...
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