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When Bradley and his classmates embark on an unexpected excursion to Apple Island, they stumble upon a sinister plot: a cadre of rogue teachers is scheming to seize control of American schools and "misteach" the country's children. The tale blends humor and adventure as the young protagonists confront the deceitful educators and work to protect their learning environment.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Douglas Evans
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