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Betsy's Busy Summer

by Carolyn Haywood · 1956

Betsy seriesbook 7Next:"B" Is for Betsy(1939) →

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Betsy is back for another season of adventures, and this time her summer is full of surprises. Along with her friends, she takes part in a long string of events that keep the days lively and sometimes unpredictable.

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Each episode brings new mishaps, small triumphs and the warmth of close companionship. Young readers who love stories about everyday childhood will find this one cheerful and easy to follow from start to finish.

Themes
childhoodchildhoodMore like thisLess of thisfriendshipfriendshipMore like thisLess of this
Setting
1950s1950sMore like thisLess of this
Audience
childrensmiddle grade
Length
short · 176 pages

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