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taken off, and how packed away. The teacher shows 

 good pictures to those who have never seen this done. 

 Show sheep shears, explaining how they are worked.] 

 An explanation of the making of wool into cloth is 

 given later. 



Which does the most for us, the sheep, the cow, 

 the horse, the cat, or the shepherd dog ? Which one 

 do you like best for a pet ? 



VI 



THE FOX SQUIRREL 

 (A WINTER STUDY) 



It is supposed that this study will be carried on 

 with classes of children who have often seen this 

 squirrel, and are to some extent acquainted with its 

 habits. A live squirrel, if possible, will be brought 

 into the class whenever facts in regard to structure 

 need proof. 



The following questions may be asked for the 

 purpose of finding out how much the children already 

 know about the animal : Where have you seen fox 

 squirrels ? How could you tell them from other 

 squirrels ? Their color is orange (or red) and gray. 

 What have you seen them doing? Did you ever visit 



