be neatly written and kept for
reference, and should be regularly examined and marked by the teacher
for correction by the pupils.

The pupils should be encouraged to be clean and neat in appearance. They
should be expected to have tidy hair, clean hands and nails, and neat
uniforms. It is a good plan for each pupil to have two sets of uniforms,
so that when one is in the wash the other will be ready to use. It may
be wise to make a rule that the pupils without uniforms will not be
allowed to work, but such a rule must be judiciously enforced, as in
some cases it might result in much loss of time. There should be lockers
or other proper provision provided at the school for keeping each
uniform separately. Pasteboard boxes may be used for this purpose, when
no such provision is made.

DISCIPLINE

The pupils should be trained to enter and leave the room in the same
order as in their other classes. Each pupil should have a definite
working place and should not be allowed to "visit" others during the
class.

While at work, it is wise to allow the pupils as much freedom in talking
and movement as possible, so as to portray the home life. They should be
taught, however, that when their conduct interferes with the order of
the room or the comforts and rights of others, they must suppress their
inclinations. During the time of teaching there must be perfect quiet
and attention. Marks are sometimes given to secure punctuality and good
work, but the best way to have both is to try to make each member of
the class interested and happy in her work.

DIVISION OF THE PERIODS

The time given to a practical lesson is usually one and a half hours.
This must include both the theoretical and the practical work. In
dividing the period, it is difficult to say how much time should be
given to each of these, but, broadly speaking, the theoretical part may
occupy one third of the time. The time for dish washing and cleaning
will be included in the time allowance for practical work. These duties
should require less time as the class advances in the work.

Notes should be copied at the most convenient time, usually while the
food is cooking. Sitting to write notes will afford an opportunity for
resting after any practical work. If printed cards are used, much of the
note-taking is obviated. A sample card is given below.

HOUSEHOLD MANAGEMENT

JUNIOR FOURTH CARD

VEGETABLE WATER SAUCE

1 c. veg. water
2 t