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“They don't have regular time at school, you know. They have periods. All of a sudden an alarm goes off and you're supposed to drop what you're doing and rush off to a different room with a different teacher to do something completely different! How can anybody learn like that?”

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Schooled

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Gordon Korman
Gordon Korman

Gordon Korman, born on October 23, 1963, is a renowned Canadian author specializing in young adult literature. His works are highly appreciated for their humor and insightful exploration of various issues faced by teenagers. more

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