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A day at Happy Hollow School

By Lettie Cook Van Derveer
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The play stages a single-day episode in a small-town classroom, following a stern teacher who struggles to maintain order among an assortment of eager, distracted and comically literal children. Through roll call, geography and general information lessons the pupils supply absurd answers, malapropisms and fanciful reasoning, prompting pantomime and exasperated reactions. Humor arises from misunderstandings, regional speech and childlike curiosity, while stage directions emphasize physical comedy. A subplot about a needy family and an upcoming holiday frames a call for communal charity.

About the Author

Van Derveer, Lettie Cook portrait

Lettie Cook Van Derveer

Lettie Cook Van Derveer was an American author known for her children's literature, particularly her book "A Day at Happy Hollow School." This work reflects her interest in educational themes and the experiences of young learners. Van Derveer's writing often captures the joys and challenges of childhood, making her contributions to literature resonate with both children and adults. Her storytelling is characterized by a warm, engaging style that invites readers into the world of her characters.

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