BIBLIOGRAPHY

Kelly, Jacqueline. 2009. The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate. New York. Henry Holt and Company. ISBN9780805088410
2. PLOT SUMMARY
Jacqueline Kelly has authored a descriptive and interesting story set in the American Frontier in 1899, in Fentress, Texas. The protagonist is a young twelve year old girl, “a naturalist” Calpurnia Virginia Tate, Callie Vee for short. Her traditional upbringing is molded by her family’s tradition. Callie is expected to conform to the role society has for her, but her grandfather Captain Tate encourages her scientific curiosity, which builds up her interest in science and nature and fuels her aspiration to break out of the traditional role in society.

3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
This novel begins every chapter with a scientific tidbit, which provides a scientific uniformity throughout the twenty seven chapters. The story is set in the American Frontier from the year 1899-1900, the story is a time lapse of one year. There is a lengthy description of scientific terms and references, all told through the narration of the young protagonist Calpurnia Tate.

4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)

Newbery Honor Book

School Library Journal Starred review:

“Growing up with six brothers in rural Texas in 1899, 12 year old Callie realizes that her aversion to housework and costumes disappoints her mother. Still, she prefers to spend her time exploring…”

5. CONNECTIONS

This book should prompt the role and importance of scientific research.

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Philbrick, Rodman. The Mostly Ture Adventures of Homer P. Figg. ISBN 9780439668187