Children of the Dust Bowl p. 40-49

Leo Hart almost died of dust pneumonia.

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Leo Hart was a teacher in California during the 1930s.

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In 1939, he became the Kern Country superintendent of education.

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Some Californians wanted all Okie children removed from all public schools.

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Leo Hart planned to build a school for the Okie children several miles from the farm-labor camp.

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The school was built using tax-payer's money.

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Leo Hart felt sympathetic to the Okie children and wanted to do something to help them.

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Leo Hart believed that if he became superintendent, he would be in a position to help the Okie children.

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He believed all children should be treated equally.

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Leo Hart wanted the Okie children to feel ashamed of who they are.

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