What a day! Our class headed up to Stillwater, Oklahoma to experience school as it was back in the late 1800's. Slate boards, outhouses, coal stoves, dunce caps, and ink wells were just a few of the numerous differences observed. We decided that it would take some time getting use to all the rules such as standing before asking or answering a question and drinking from a common ladle in the water bucket. Studying in the same classroom with students from kindergarten through high school would also be an adjustment. We decided it would be important for the older to assist the younger in completing their lessons.
Don't they look GREAT!!!!
Ready to start the day.
Reading, writing and arithmetic!
Games and authentic lunches, including beef jerky, fruit, biscuits, honey, and other yummy treats.
The ringing of the school bell was a normal activity.
A friendly spelling bee competition completed this memorable day. What fun we anticipated as we considered the fun stories we would share with our families when we returned to Edmond!
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