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The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate (Calpurnia Tate, #1)

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Historical Fiction Young Adult Fiction

by Jacqueline Kelly

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3.97 (22.3K ratings)
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description 344 pages

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate by Jacqueline Kelly holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 22.3K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 344 pages.

About The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

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.

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Author Jacqueline Kelly
Published 2009
Pages 344
Genres Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction
Average Rating 3.97 / 5.00
Total Ratings 22,291

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22.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.97, The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs on par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate?

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate is categorized as Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate worth reading?

Based on 22.3K reader ratings, The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate?

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate has 344 pages.

Who wrote The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate?

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate was written by Jacqueline Kelly. It was first published in 2009.

What is the ISBN for The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate?

The ISBN-13 for The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate is 9780805088410.0.

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