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In "Betsy's play school," the spirited Betsy organizes a summer play school for six neighborhood children. The story follows her efforts to create engaging, educational activities, fostering both friendship and learning during a warm summer program.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Carolyn Haywood
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