Literature Guide: Out of the Dust
No. of pages 16
Published: 2000
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"Out of the Dust" by Karen Hesse is a poignant novel set during the Great Depression, narrated through the voice of a young girl named Billie Jo. As she navigates her challenging life in Oklahoma, Billie Jo grapples with the harsh realities of dust storms, poverty, and personal loss, particularly the tragic death of her mother in a fire. Through her struggles, she finds solace in her passion for playing the piano, which serves as a way to express her grief and seek hope. The story captures themes of resilience, family relationships, and the search for identity amidst adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Professional Books .
This book has been graded for interest at 9-18 years.
There are 16 pages in this book. This book was published in 2000 by Teaching Resources .
Karen Hesse is the author of numerous novels and picture books for children, including Out of the Dust , which won the Newbery Medal. Her recent books for Feiwel and Friends are Brooklyn Bridge and Safekeeping . She lives in Vermont.
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