PREFACE 



The aim of this book is twofold : to show the importance 

 of science in the use of spade and hoe ; and to urge that a 

 garden for education may be, not merely in substance but in 

 spirit, a corner of the great world. Protected it certainly 

 should be, but not walled in. Outside and within the garden 

 precincts are at work nearly identical social forces, and the 

 same joys and sorrows. The interchange not only of sym- 

 pathy but of plans and projects will be frequent. Thus the 

 path between the big and the little world must be free and 

 unrestricted. It will not be a " one-way road" ; the gate 

 swings easily in both directions! 



It is not to be expected that these suggestions will appeal 

 equally to everybody. There are, in fact, many persons who 

 are satisfied with the schooling that deliberately takes young 

 folks out of real life for a time and then puts them back 

 again. It is hoped, however, that this little volume will make 

 friends among the hosts of parents, teachers, and social 

 workers who are trying to increase community efficiency by 

 giving opportunity for richer life during school years. I shall 

 indeed be content if through words of mine their happy task 

 shall in any way be lightened. 



Many have helped, both consciously and unconsciously, in 

 the making of this book. They are indeed so many that, to 

 my regret, in expressing here my gratitude I cannot call each 

 friendly contributor by name. 



