The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

I am in the middle of reading a novel called The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate. The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate is about an eleven year old named Calpurnia who is growing up 1899 Texas. She likes to explore, and observe the wonders of nature around her. Calpurnia develops a strong bond with her grandfather who shared the same passion. Her grandfather was a great teacher, and taught Calpurnia how to look at nature under the lenses of a microscope. He also taught her some science. While she is dealing with her 6 brothers and strict mother, she takes you on a journey full of fun, and mischievous surprises. This book is also very descriptive. My favorite character is Calpurnia because of her wit, and take on situations. Calpurnia always stands up for what she thinks. She is a friendly, kind, and generous person. I also like J.B., Calpurnia's youngest, and baby brother because he always makes funny remarks about objects or situations. He is also loving, delightful, and darling. Whenever the narrator talks about him, I know that there will be a cute factor in it. When I turned the first page of the book, I was captured by the flow of descriptive language. The journey through this book kept me mesmerized, and interested. It also won a 2010 Newbury Award. The author's name is Jacqueline Kelly. This was my first time reading one of her books. Treat yourself to reading this novel, and be ready to be entertained.