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Karen Cushman (born October 4, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American writer of historical fiction. Her 1995 novel ''The Midwife's Apprentice'' won the Newbery Medal for children's literature.

Karen Cushman: Teacher Resource File
Provides links to biographical information, unit studies, lesson plans, and other resources.

Achuka: Karen Cushman
Includes profile, awards, and excerpts from an interview with Cheryl Bowlan.

HarperCollins Teachers' Guides: Karen Cushman
Provides background information on the author as well as guides for teaching Catherine, Called Birdy; The Midwife's Apprentice; and The Ballad of Lucy Whipple.

God's Thumbs, It's Karen Cushman
Provides a brief introduction to the author and her works.

Karen Cushman
Internet Public Library offers biographical sketch of the author, as well as her answers to common questions about her life and works.

Learning about Karen Cushman
An 8th grade student writes this detailed report on Cushman's life and writing style.

Author Spotlight: Karen Cushman
Tells about the author's life, includes an interview with her, and provides summaries of her books.


Kids and Teens: People and Society: Biography: Authors: Cushman, Karen






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