Dorothy Canfield Fisher
Dorothy Canfield Fisher (1879-1958) wrote more than 20 novels and 18 works of nonfiction. Educated at Ohio State University and the Sorbonne, she worked for the Vermont Children's Aid Society and was the first woman to serve on the state board of education. She was also a trustee of Bennington College and Howard University, and she introduced Americans to the Montessori Method of education.
Dorothy Canfield Fisher (1879-1958) wrote more than 20 novels and 18 works of nonfiction. Educated at Ohio State University and the Sorbonne, she worked for the Vermont Children's Aid Society and was the first woman to serve on the state board of education. She was also a trustee of Bennington College and Howard University, and she introduced Americans to the Montessori Method of education. See less
Dorothy Canfield Fisher's Featured Books
Dorothy Canfield Fisher book reviews
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Understood Betsy
Understood Betsy
by Ann H, Feb 24, 2011
I read this book as a child and wanted to read it again to refresh my memory. It was every bit as delightful as it was then. Read More
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Understood Betsy
Wonderful Book!
This is a wonderful read aloud with your children. A very heartwarming look at the past. Read More
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Understood Betsy
Understood Betsy
by melody, May 17, 2007
This is a great book for read-aloud at school, and is a wonderful picture of the past. Read More