Calpurnia Tate

Jacqueline Kelly

Eleven-year-old Calpurnia Tate is on the cusp of adolescence in 1899 Texas, a time when her world is expanding beyond the confines of traditional expectations. Her curiosity about the natural world leads her to a surprising discovery about grasshoppers, igniting a passion for science and a deep bond with her eccentric naturalist grandfather. As Callie navigates the complexities of growing up with six boisterous brothers and the societal pressures of her era, she begins to question what it truly means to be a young woman at the turn of the century. This coming-of-age story is a tender exploration of discovery, family, and the courage it takes to forge one's own path.