What Katy Did

"What Katy Did" by Susan Coolidge is a tale from the late 1800s that follows Katy Carr, the oldest of six kids, who has to learn how to manage her family and grow up when their Mom is not around. The book is about how important family, change, and being tough can be. When the story starts, Katy is a lively girl with a big imagination, living in a nice home with her dad, Dr. Carr, and her siblings. Because she is the oldest, she needs to help take care of her family with her Aunt Izzie's help. Katy's character develops as she balances enjoying life and accepting responsibility. The story shows Katy's fun adventures with her siblings, showing how strong their bond is and making the readers feel like they are a part of their special world.