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The Acorn People is a non-fiction book for middle grade readers first published in 1976. It is a memoir by author, educator and storyteller Ron Jones about a summer he spent at a camp for disabled children. It was adapted for television in 1981. [1] Summary.
- Ron Jones
- 1976
Jan 1, 2001 · 3.57. 997 ratings171 reviews. This true story of a boy who must overcome prejudice and weakness to treat a group of special needs children with the respect—and love—they deserve “will give your innards a bear hug. . . . You will read this book with a lump in your throat.”.
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Jun 4, 2021 · The Acorn People is a nonfiction novel written by Ron Jones. The story is based on Jones' past as a camp counselor for children with disabilities. Jones was at first unaware of this, and thought his summer as a camp counselor would be filled with breathtaking intakes of nature, careless hikes and swims, and partying through sleepless nights.
The Acorn People is the name of a nonfiction book for middle grade readers, written by author, educator and storyteller Ron Jones and first published in 1976. It was adapted for television in 1981. [1] Summary. Ron Jones looks forward to his summer at Camp Wiggin, where he will work as a camp counselor.
About The Acorn People. This true story of a boy who must overcome prejudice and weakness to treat a group of special needs children with the respect—and love—they deserve “will give your innards a bear hug. . . . You will read this book with a lump in your throat.” (Lincoln Journal)
- Mass Market Paperback
This true story of a boy who must overcome prejudice and weakness to treat a group of special needs children with the respect—and love—they deserve “will give your innards a bear hug. . . . You will read this book with a lump in your throat.” (Lincoln Journal)
You will read this book with a lump in your throat.” (Lincoln Journal) From Ron Jones, a teacher who started the classroom program that inspired the movie The Wave, comes a memoir about a life-changing summer. Ron expected that his time as a counselor at Camp Wiggin would be filled with sunny days spent hiking, swimming, and boating.
