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Betsy Byars
Lesson plans and teaching resources

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The Summer of the Swans
Features day-by-day teaching plans, study questions, vocabulary worksheets, end of book activities and discussion questions, and a teacher's answer key. Also available: literature eNotes and all Viewpoints eNotes.

Betsy Byars Home Page
Writing tips for young writers, comments about different books, an autobiography, and other information about Byars.

Betsy Byars: Techniques and Themes
This 1997 article from the ALAN review analyzes Byars's work as a whole.

Keeper of the Doves
Introduction and topics for discussion.

The Summer of the Swans
A thorough study guide for the novel, with background, vocabulary, and writing ideas. Requires Adobe Reader for access.

Trouble River
Designed for grades 6 and 7, this page includes theme openers, cross-curricular activities, and ideas for research.

Anticipation Guide for Wanted — Mud Blossom
Theoretical background and printable handouts. This 6-page document requires Adobe Reader for access.

Concept and Vocabulary Analysis for Wanted — Mud Blossom
Scroll to page 3 for a list of possible research topics. Adobe Reader required for access.