About the book
More than anything, Ida Bidson wants to become a teacher. To do that, she must finish eighth grade, then go on to high school. But her dream falters when the one-room school in her remote Colorado town shuts down. Her only hope is to keep the school open without anyone finding out. Yet even a secret school needs a teacher. Ida can't be it. . . . Or can she?
In the spirit of The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, Newbery Medal winner Avi creates an inspiring story of a headstrong girl determined to control her own destiny.
She has a plan, but can she convince her classmates—and keep it all a secret from the adults?
- Historical Fiction for Kids: Step back to 1925 Colorado, a time of Model T Fords, rural schoolhouses, and big dreams in a small mountain valley.
- One-Room Schoolhouse: When their teacher has to leave, Ida and her seven classmates must find a way to keep their beloved school from shutting down for good.
- Inspiring Girl Protagonist: Follow 14-year-old Ida Bidson, a determined and resourceful girl who refuses to give up on her dream of an education—even if she has to become the teacher herself.
- A Tale of Self-Reliance: A heartfelt story about friendship, community, and the courage it takes to forge your own path when the rules are against you.
Editions of Secret School
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780152046996
- EBook
- ISBN 9780547544618
Read an Excerpt
More than anything, Ida Bidson wants to become a teacher. To do that, she must finish eighth grade, then go on to high school. But her dream falters when the one-room school in her remote Colorado town shuts down. Her only hope is to keep the school open without anyone finding out. Yet even a secret school needs a teacher. Ida can't be it. . . . Or can she?
In the spirit of The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, Newbery Medal winner Avi creates an inspiring story of a headstrong girl determined to control her own destiny.
She has a plan, but can she convince her classmates—and keep it all a secret from the adults?
- Historical Fiction for Kids: Step back to 1925 Colorado, a time of Model T Fords, rural schoolhouses, and big dreams in a small mountain valley.
- One-Room Schoolhouse: When their teacher has to leave, Ida and her seven classmates must find a way to keep their beloved school from shutting down for good.
- Inspiring Girl Protagonist: Follow 14-year-old Ida Bidson, a determined and resourceful girl who refuses to give up on her dream of an education—even if she has to become the teacher herself.
- A Tale of Self-Reliance: A heartfelt story about friendship, community, and the courage it takes to forge your own path when the rules are against you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secret School about?
More than anything, Ida Bidson wants to become a teacher. To do that, she must finish eighth grade, then go on to high school. But her dream falters when the one-room school in her remote Colorado town shuts down. Her only hope is to keep the school open without anyone finding out. Yet even a secret school needs a teacher. Ida can't be it. . . . Or can she?
In the spirit of The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, Newbery Medal winner Avi creates an inspiring story of a headstrong girl determined to control her own destiny.
She has a plan, but can she convince her classmates—and keep it all a secret from the adults?
- Historical Fiction for Kids: Step back to 1925 Colorado, a time of Model T Fords, rural schoolhouses, and big dreams in a small mountain valley.
- One-Room Schoolhouse: When their teacher has to leave, Ida and her seven classmates must find a way to keep their beloved school from shutting down for good.
- Inspiring Girl Protagonist: Follow 14-year-old Ida Bidson, a determined and resourceful girl who refuses to give up on her dream of an education—even if she has to become the teacher herself.
- A Tale of Self-Reliance: A heartfelt story about friendship, community, and the courage it takes to forge your own path when the rules are against you.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Secret School?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Self-awareness and self-esteem
Where can I read a sample of Secret School?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780152046996
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Secret School?
Avi
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Secret School is available as paperback(ISBN 9780152046996) and ebook(ISBN 9780547544618)
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