Mr. Warren’s prime motive in asking to have ball teams elected was to
have the girls take delight in vigorous, outdoor sport. In that respect
his plan was ideal, but he failed to take into account in any way
whatsoever those children who were not on the team. Children are quick
to feel an injustice. Their usual mode of reaction is either to resent
the teacher’s action or to be jealous of the favored ones. No plan
should be advocated or even tolerated that does not give reasonable
consideration to the rights and welfare of all the pupils.