The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

By Jacqueline Kelly

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Book 1 of 2 in the  Calpurnia Tate Series
Interest LevelReading LevelReading A-ZATOSWord Count
Grades 4 - 8Grades 4 - 8Y5.380972

Calpurnia Virginia Tate is eleven years old in 1899 when she wonders why the yellow grasshoppers in her Texas backyard are so much bigger than the green ones.With a little help from her notoriously cantankerous grandfather, an avid naturalist, she figures out that the green grasshoppers are easier to see against the yellow grass, so they are eaten before they can get any larger. As Callie explores the natural world around her, she develops a close relationship with her grandfather, navigates the dangers of living with six brothers, and comes up against just what it means to be a girl at the turn of the century.

Debut author Jacqueline Kelly deftly brings Callie and her family to life, capturing a year of growing up with unique sensitivity and a wry wit.

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate is a 2010 Newbery Honor Book and the winner of the 2010 Bank Street - Josette Frank Award. This title has Common Core connections.

Publisher: Square Fish
Published on 1/4/2011
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 352

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I have read this book and I think it's very good. The author put a lot of time and thought into that book. I recommend this book to people who like adventure.

my mom is a teacher! she has the book! she says its good for her class!!!!! i recommand it

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It looks like a very interesting book and i hope to read it.

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Calpurnia Virginia Tate is an 11 year old girl in 1898. Callie loves and explores the natural world around her, while doing so, she develops a close relationship with her grandfather. I love this book and I recommend this book to everyone! READ IT!!!!!!

With help from her Grandpa, who she eventually gets closer to, Calpurnia Tate unlocks a new world, the world of nature. She sees the danger of living with 6 brothers. This is the tale of growing up and I am sure you will enjoy it.

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