Our town and civic duty

Name: Our town and civic duty
Author: Jane Eayre Fryer

By Jane Eayre Fryer

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About This Book

A school reader for elementary pupils offers short stories, adapted tales, and practical lessons that introduce civic virtues such as courage, self-control, thrift, perseverance, kindness to animals, and patriotism. It then profiles public servants—police, mail carriers, firemen, street cleaners, and sanitation workers—to illustrate dependence, interdependence, and community cooperation. Subsequent sections address personal and public safety, sanitation, and insect control, and conclude with guidance on Junior Red Cross activities and patriotic service. Teacher notes recommend dramatization, discussion, and hands-on projects to connect classroom learning with daily civic habits and to encourage respect for public institutions and duties.

About the Author

Jane Eayre Fryer

Jane Eayre Fryer was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature and practical guides. She is particularly recognized for her series featuring the character Mary Frances, which includes titles such as "The Mary Frances Story Book" and "The Mary Frances Cook Book." These works not only entertain but also educate young readers on various subjects, from gardening to cooking and sewing. Fryer's writing reflects a commitment to nurturing creativity and practical skills in children, making her a notable figure in early 20th-century literature aimed at youth.