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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:
Billie Jo Kelby
Billie Jo is the
protagonist:
the main character in a story who brings about change
Appearance:
13 years old, tall, thin, freckles, red hair
Activities
: writes about her life through poetry, plays piano, enjoys eating apples, helps Daddy on the farm, find her joy through music
Next Character:
"Pol" Kelby/ Ma
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