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The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate
The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate | Jacqueline Kelly
"In rural Texas in 1900, when a storm blows change into town in the form of a visiting veterinarian, twelve-year-old Callie discovers a life and a vocation she desperately wants. But with societal expectations as they are, she will need all her wits and courage to realize her dreams"--
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carlypabin

“Could anything top the promise and potential of a blank page? What could be more satisfying?”
“What counted was possibility. You could live on possibility, at least for awhile.”

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carlypabin

A great book that depicts problems from another time period that still influence thoughts that some people still hold today. It shows her potential & resilience & determination even though she is meant to be nothing more than a wealthy matron!

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Pickpick

The Curious World of Calpurina Tate by Jacqueline Kelly (historical fiction, published 2015) is a part of a series following Callie through her adventures in the 1900s. This book shows the issues of sexism and societal norms held before, but also the immense possibility that is held by young girls! It proves that these standards are ridiculous and that young girls are just as capable as boys, and the different family dynamics at that time.

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cparsley

“spraying bit of messy worm about” I think this might gross some kids out and turn them off of the book

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cparsley

I don‘t think this would be a good option for children because some of the science goes a bit too in depth and might be too much for kids to read and listen to

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cparsley
Pickpick

This is a historical fiction book about a girl and her love for science. I liked this book but it might not be good for children. This was a chapter book that I read the whole book, so i counted it as 5 books

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mrp27
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#readjanuary

These are my #bestofjanuary. All are important, timely and fantastic reads. I am on task for my reading challenges and everday I feel inspired to read more and challenge myself! Thanks Litsy!

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mrp27
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Currently reading this middle grade book and #allisnotlost when we have books like this that encourage young girls to speak out about what is fair and to pursue the study of science.

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Blueberry
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I enjoyed the first book, The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, alot and I'm sure I will like this one also.
@NataliePatalie
#seasonsreadings2016 #silhouettesoncover

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Maureen
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Such a great book! Calpurnia is a strong role model and I recommend this book for young and old alike.

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RanaElizabeth
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A must-read for any pre-teen girl, anybody who knows a pre-teen girl, anybody who once was a pre-teen girl. The sweetest of the sweet.
Full review over on Goodreads.

rubyslippersreads Gorgeous cover! 8y
JustTrish Preteen boys too, if they,re readers like my guy is. 8y
RanaElizabeth @JustTrish Thanks for that reminder. Bad form on my part to make gender assumptions about reading. 8y
Aseleener I requested this from the library a few weeks back. I think my daughters will love it. 8y
JustTrish @RanaElizabeth Well not all boys like to read " girl books" but my son always has. Started with Junie. B. Jones and went from there ? 8y
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RanaElizabeth
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Gonna hang out with this girl a little longer, love this story too much to leave just yet.

Bibliogeekery I did not know there was a second book!! 8y
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