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Mary Little, Nambe School - Grade Unknown (possibly 2nd and 3rd),, 1937-1938

 Item — Box: 13, Diary: 1

Scope and Contents

This is an exceptional diary with great detail and spirited prose. The diary opens with first impressions of Nambe, a comparison to other Pueblos, and initial visits in the community. She then continues to discuss specific families in detail, noting living conditions and accommodations, and home remedies. This diary also contains detailed notes on the school, staff, children's reactions to books and the classroom, interactions with other teachers, student evaluations, teaching units, and suggestions for the following year.

Dates

  • 1937-1938

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Access Restrictions

Prior to being granted access to the collection researchers must sign the attached consent form, agreeing not to disclose information that would be an invasion of privacy of living individuals, not to divulge names of individuals mentioned in the diaries, and to hold harmless and to indemnify UNM and its employees for any loss or damage to them occasioned by the release of the informational content of these materials. This restriction expires January 1, 2050.

Extent

From the Collection: 26 boxes (6 cu. ft.) + 1 oversize folder

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451