Most Popular Books by Jacqueline Kelly

Featuring the charming characters from Jacqueline Kelly''s Newbery Honor Book The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, this exciting chapter book series introduces young readers to Callie Vee and the rough-and-tumble world of turn-of-the-century Texas. With illustrations by Jennifer L. Meyer, Goats for Christmas is a holiday story you won''t want to miss! Callie and Travis need sheep for the town Christmas pageant. Travis is playing the shepherd in the Nativity scene, and what''s a shepherd without his flock? Unfortunately, Fentress is low on sheep--but not on goats. When Callie and Travis decide to borrow two goats from their neighbor, they don''t know what they''re in for. As it turns out, the main trouble with goats is that they''ll eat just about anything. This will be one Christmas pageant Fentress won''t forget!

All science begins with a shock! That summer vacation breathed life into Carrie''s life and brought her new expectations. The evolution of a girl planted in the world of natural science, a natural literature novel that guides children to face the questions of life. Join Carrie as she explores nature and asks: How do we use the short time we have been given? In the summer of 1899, Carrie, a twelve-year-old girl living in Texas, is accidentally introduced to the wonderful world of living creatures, and through her grandfather''s guidance, her life is completely turned upside down....

A douze ans, le monde de Calpurnia Tate ne dépasse pas les limites du comté de Caldwell. Mais, pour qui sait regarder avec étonnement et curiosité, il y a là mille choses à découvrir. Son frère Travis rapporte à la maison un tatou, des geais bleus et un coyote, toutes sortes d''animaux sauvages qu''il veut apprivoiser en cachette. Et son grand-père initie Calpurnia aux mystères des sciences naturelles. La famille de Calpurnia accueille sa cousine Aggie, et, surtout, un vétérinaire vient s''installer près de chez eux. Pour Calpurnia, c''est l''occasion rêvée de donner enfin corps à ses ambitions...

Are you tired of starting your day feeling rushed, groggy, and unprepared? The Morning Shift is your step-by-step guide to transforming your mornings-and your life-in just 30 days. Packed with practical tips, relatable insights, and proven strategies, this book will teach you how to: ✅ Break free from the snooze button habit ✅ Reset your body clock for better sleep and earlier mornings ✅ Establish a calming bedtime routine ✅ Energize your mornings with simple yet powerful rituals ✅ Overcome setbacks and stay consistent, even on challenging days With Jacqueline Kelly''s approachable and motivational tone, this guide is designed to help even the biggest night owls embrace mornings with confidence and clarity. Whether you''re a busy parent, business owner, or just someone looking to reclaim your mornings, The Morning Shift will help you start your day right and make the most of every moment. Make the shift today-because your mornings set the tone for your life!

When her brother brings home an abandoned baby squirrel, Callie and the rest of the family must find a way to deal with a wild animal that naturally wants to climb everything.

Calpurnia a deux passions dans la vie : soigner les animaux et observer la nature. Quelle joie alors le jour où son grand-père l''emmène en barque sur la rivière San Marcos ! Là-bas, on peut voir des poissons volants. On peut entendre le chant de l''oiseau moqueur. On peut même y trouver des fossiles de l''époque des dinosaures... Et la nature réserve bien des surprises. Une chouette tombe dans l''eau devant eux. Mais que fait-elle ici ?

In July of 1903, Wiawaka opened as a women''s retreat in Lake George, N.Y. Jacqueline Duane Kelly brings to you the history behind Wiawaka and it''s founder, Mary Wiltsie Fuller. Find out how and why Wiawaka is named in the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. Filled with many photos, you will want to plan your next visit to Lake George and stay at Wiawaka.

Prince Albert has been brought up in the lap of luxury. The more material goods he has, the less satisfied he feels; because of his greedy nature, he becomes known as Prince Veut-Tout. One day, while speeding on his motorbike, he almost runs over an old man; this event triggers a sense of remorse in him and causes him to re-evaluate his life. One night, looking up at the stars, Prince Albert decides to become a space explorer. He heads off into the heavens in his spaceship. Years later, he returns to his home with his new-found alien friends.