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Understood Betsy (Dramatic Reading)

Understood Betsy (Dramatic Reading)

By: Dorothy Canfield Fisher
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 Follow the heartfelt journey of nine-year-old Elizabeth Ann, a sickly and sheltered girl, as she faces the daunting prospect of being sent away to live with her enigmatic Putney cousins. Aunt Harriet paints a grim picture of these mysterious relatives, describing them as cold-hearted and overly strict when it comes to chores. But what surprises and challenges await Betsy at the Putney farm? Join us for this captivating dramatic reading that explores themes of family, resilience, and self-discovery. (Summary by Twinkle88)Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Literature & Fiction
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  • 12 - Chapter 11 ''Understood Aunt Frances''

    12 - Chapter 11 ''Understood Aunt Frances''
    Nov 12 2025
    Follow the heartfelt journey of nine-year-old Elizabeth Ann, a sickly and sheltered girl, as she faces the daunting prospect of being sent away to live with her enigmatic Putney cousins. Aunt Harriet paints a grim picture of these mysterious relatives, describing them as cold-hearted and overly strict when it comes to chores. But what surprises and challenges await Betsy at the Putney farm? Join us for this captivating dramatic reading that explores themes of family, resilience, and self-discovery. (Summary by Twinkle88)
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    32 mins
  • 11 - Chapter 10 Betsy Has a Birthday

    11 - Chapter 10 Betsy Has a Birthday
    Nov 11 2025
    Follow the heartfelt journey of nine-year-old Elizabeth Ann, a sickly and sheltered girl, as she faces the daunting prospect of being sent away to live with her enigmatic Putney cousins. Aunt Harriet paints a grim picture of these mysterious relatives, describing them as cold-hearted and overly strict when it comes to chores. But what surprises and challenges await Betsy at the Putney farm? Join us for this captivating dramatic reading that explores themes of family, resilience, and self-discovery. (Summary by Twinkle88)
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    28 mins
  • 10 - Chapter 9 The New Clothes Fail

    10 - Chapter 9 The New Clothes Fail
    Nov 11 2025
    Follow the heartfelt journey of nine-year-old Elizabeth Ann, a sickly and sheltered girl, as she faces the daunting prospect of being sent away to live with her enigmatic Putney cousins. Aunt Harriet paints a grim picture of these mysterious relatives, describing them as cold-hearted and overly strict when it comes to chores. But what surprises and challenges await Betsy at the Putney farm? Join us for this captivating dramatic reading that explores themes of family, resilience, and self-discovery. (Summary by Twinkle88)
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    13 mins
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