Cohen de Vries, P. J. (Paulina Jacoba) 1884-1923 creator text utu 2012 monographic nl 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Kinderen uit m'n klas" by P. J. Cohen de Vries is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book portrays life in a Dutch classroom, presenting both the joys and challenges encountered by the teachers and their students. The story notably centers around a new student named Chris Manders, highlighting his interactions with classmates and the teacher's perspective on their relationships. The opening of the book introduces Chris Manders as he joins a new class on a rainy day. The teacher notes his distinct characteristics, observing that although he seems slightly older than the other boys, he exhibits a friendly demeanor. Chris quickly captures the attention of his peers with his vivid imagination, illustrated through his drawings that depict a whimsical interpretation of Sinterklaas. However, anxiety arises when Chris’s inconsistent attendance surfaces, prompting the teacher to confront the reality of his struggles in a challenging urban environment and the influence of street life. This initial interaction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Chris’s character, as well as the teacher's reflections on the broader impacts of childhood experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-10-30 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified School children -- Netherlands LB Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41240 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41240 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133937.0 41240