George Washington Carver: Inventor and Activist

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about how George Washington Carver worked to help educate and empower Black people and poor farmers. Learn how a man born enslaved grew up to be one of the most famous and respected scientists of the early 1900s.

A Take a Look! infographic shows readers how crop rotation works. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights key events in George Washington Carver's life. Children can learn more about George Washington Carver using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. George Washington Carver also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

George Washington Carver is part of Jump!'s American Heroes series.