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. 
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