Who Was George Washington Carver?
Born in 1860s Missouri, nobody expected George Washington Carver to succeed. Slaves were not allowed to be educated. After the Civil War, Carver enrolled in classes and proved to be a star student. He became the first black student at Iowa State Agricultural College and later its first black professor. Carver's groundbreaking work in botany and agriculture revolutionized the industry. He developed numerous household products and recipes using peanuts, solidifying his legacy in the field.
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Born in the 1860s in Missouri, George Washington Carver faced great adversity due to the restrictions placed on the education of slaves. Nonetheless, after the Civil War, Carver seized the opportunity to enroll in classes and soon distinguished himself as a remarkable student. Notably, he became the first black student at Iowa State Agricultural College and later became its first black professor.
Carver's passion for botany, the study of plants, led him to the Tuskegee Institute, where he focused his expertise on this field. It was here that he revolutionized agriculture by developing innovative techniques to enhance crop growth, particularly with regards to vegetables and peanuts. His groundbreaking work not only garnered him widespread recognition but also permanently transformed the agricultural industry.
Moreover, Carver's ingenuity extended beyond his contributions to agriculture. He went on to develop an astounding array of nearly 100 household products and over 100 recipes, all utilizing peanuts. Through his unwavering dedication and immense talent, George Washington Carver left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring generations to come.
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Grade: Grade 3-Grade 7
Brand: Grosset & Dunlap
Publisher Date: 12/29/2015
Author: Jim Gigliotti & Nancy Harrison
Dimensions: 7.63 x 5.31
UPC: 9780448483122
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 112
