We began at the one room school house. We were greeted by the very strict Mr. Norton. When the school bell rang, the students greeted him by name with a curtsy or a bow before entering. Each child sat at a desk and assumed the role of a school child from long ago. They were asked to stand to ask permission to speak and to share answers.
We read from and did a few math problems from these old textbooks.
The children practiced writing their assumed name and wrote out math problems on slates.
These students volunteered to pretend to act as the naughty children in class. Here is the book balance punishment of long ago.
This young man was caught throwing rocks and had to write sentences on the board.
Oh no! Not the dunce cap!
Then it was off to the general store/post office/pharmacy. There the children learned about goods and services. They also made some toys that would have been played with in pioneer days.
We were allowed to eat lunch in the school house along with the other second grade class.
Our last stop was at the cabin and the house where we were able to dip our own candles. What fun!
It was a great day at the Troy Historical Museum! They are open to the public. I know the children would love to return and take you there!
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