I read this book upon the urging of my daughter’s fifth grade teacher.  Even though this book is considered a “middle reader”, it really held my interest.  The book centers around the notion of possibility.  Calpurnia forms a relationship with her distant grandfather, who lives with them on their Texas pecan farm.  The year is 1899 and there are certain expectations for a girl at this time in history.  Cal’s grandfather sees himself as a naturalist and introduces Cal to his love of science and observation.  Cal is quickly drawn into her grandfather’s world, but her mother keeps trying to pull her back into the world of “training to be a good wife” by learning how to cook, play the piano and sew.  Cal has other ideas for her future but is uncertain how she will break with her parent’s expectations.  This is a Newberry Honor Book and definitely worth reading.