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Karen Hesse
Biography: Childhood and Education
The Story Behind the Story
Setting
Facts About the Setting (Time and Place)
Slideshow of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl
Dust Bowl Video
Characters
Billie Jo Kelby
“Pol”Kelby/Ma
Bayard Kelby/ Daddy
Louise
Mad Dog Craddock
Literary Elements
Style
Tone vs. Mood
Similes vs. Metaphors
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Video
Quiz
About
References
Characters:
Bayard Kelby/ Daddy
Billie Jo's father
Appearance:
strong back, blondy-red hair, high cheek bones
Personality:
doesn't speak much, stubborn, optimistic (believes his crops will grow even though they didn't for three years in a row)
Activities:
a wheat farmer, fought in France during World War I
Next Character:
Louise
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