ABSTRACT
The previous experience of the author had taught him that when children are free from the dictatorship of adults, their achievements and development surpass that of children whose school lives are domineered by the time-table, by syllabus, examination, and inspection. 'The dominant feature of the week's work had been the development of the story of the Sleeping Princess into a play. A weekly record, under headings, was kept for each child. These were simplified from time to time to make them more comprehensive or to save time. They chiefly concerned the undirected work of the children and the development noticed by the teacher during the free activity period. When a child became interested in reading and writing, he kept a book about himself. These were usually illustrated and the written material varied a great deal. They do, however, provide a delightful method of recalling their many and varied interests as well as the personalities of the young writers.
