Betsy in Spite of Herself facts for kids
Betsy in Spite of Herself is a book from the popular Betsy-Tacy series by Maud Hart Lovelace. It was published in 1946. This story follows Betsy and Tacy during their second year of high school, also known as tenth grade. Their friend Tib Muller, who now lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, also returns in this book.
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What Happens in Betsy in Spite of Herself?
Betsy's Big Change
When Betsy visits Tib's family in Milwaukee, she decides to try something new. She wants to change her image completely. She even changes how she spells her name, from Betsy to "Betsye."
Betsy tries to act mysterious and charming. She hopes this new personality will make her seem more interesting.
Finding a Boyfriend
Back in her hometown of Deep Valley, Betsy's new image works! She attracts a new boyfriend. He is very good-looking and has a car, which makes him popular.
Many people in town notice Betsy and her new boyfriend.
Why Pretending Isn't Fun
Over time, Betsy starts to feel unhappy. She finds it hard to keep pretending to be someone else. This new behavior also doesn't make her friends or family happy.
It also doesn't help her reach her goals as a writer. So, Betsy decides to end the relationship.
Learning from Experience
Even though ending the relationship is disappointing, Betsy learns a lot. She realizes that the experience helped her grow. It showed her different parts of herself.
A Visit to Browner College
In the story, Betsy visits a friend who attends a high school called "Browner College." This school is a fictional version of Milwaukee-Downer College in Milwaukee. This visit plays an important part in the novel.
