Colorfully illustrated and told from the perspective of a young girl in Alabama, this historical fiction picture book is based on the work George Washington Carver did with struggling southern farmers. Because he knew people would learn best when shown, Carver would travel to various rural towns in order to teach the locals about plants and how to improve their farms. Arriving with a wagon pulled by a mule, Carver would visit each town with his moveable school and provide instruction and helpful advice. The author weaves scientific and botanical information together with a charming story that demonstrates Carver’s dedication to his work, his prudence, and his generosity.