Synopsis
The memorable, true story of New Zealand woman, Sylvia Ashton-Warner, who overcame many obstacles to become an internationally acclaimed teacher and a best selling writer.
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About the Film
Sylvia Ashton-Warner's childhood was spent in poverty. Her father was crippled. Her mother, with nine other children, taught at an endless succession of schools, to which her growing family trailed after her, sharing hardships and domestic chores.
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Writer
Michele Quill, F. Fairfax, Michael Firth
Original Writer
Based on TEACHER and I PASSED THIS WAY by Sylvia Ashton-Warner
Producer
Don Reynolds, Michael Firth