NEW SCHOOL BOOKS.
‘(Per Press Association. 1 ) Auckland, last nightThe list of class books suitable for under the new syllabus was the Board of Education by 5 ftßiftl Inspector to-day. Several members spoke
I strongly against the constant change in I tho books. Mr Parr drew special attention I to some of the history books at present in I use, which he said were utterly unsuitable I for the uses of the children and their . I future requirements in life. The Chairman said the introduction of the new syllabus I mado some changes absolutely necessary. “ Then the sooner tbo syllabus is amended the belter,” euid Mr Parr, in deploring that children were, taught things utterly unsuited* to their needs. et The new syllabus is far too ambitious.” It was finally decided to adopt the recommendation of the inspector.
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Gisborne Times, Volume XVIII, Issue 1481, 15 June 1905, Page 2
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