Other editions of book A Picture Book of George Washington Carver

Born a slave, he became a leading scientist.This is the inspiring story of the pioneering African-American teacher, scientist, and artist. Carver is perhaps best known for his scientific work with peanuts and sweet potatoes (and for inventing peanut butter!), but Time magazine also called him the "Black Leonardo" for his painting. Adler tells of Carver's work at the Tuskegee Institute with Booker T. Washington, his hard childhood, and his determination to learn despite many obstacles,A man of deep faith, Carver worked throughout his life to create scientific discoveries that would improve the lives of Southerners--especially African Americans. The colorful illustrations show Carver in all stages of his life and give children insight to Carver's world.For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler’s “expert mixtures of facts and personality” (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history, or who need reliable sources for school book reports.

Halloween is frighteningly funny when Minnie and Moo are on the loose! After Minnie has a nightmare (a giant mouse eats the last bit of chocolate!), she and Moo awaken to find their bed rolling down the hill into town. What better "costumes" than two cows in pajamas! So, the daffy duo join in the festivities and manage to snare a few treats of their own in this hilarious holiday romp.

With an emphasis on his early life and the hardships he overcame, this informative biography offers a clear, authentic introduction to one of the country's most important scientists. Beginning with his birth into slavery near the end of the Civil War, important facts about this time in history as well as the tragic events of Carver's childhood set the stage for this enlightening exploration of his life, his education, and his accomplishments. Actual quotes from Carver and a concluding note that includes his attitudes about racism round out this thoughtful, important biography.

With an emphasis on his early life and the hardships he overcame, this informative biography offers a clear, authentic introduction to one of the country's most important scientists. Beginning with his birth into slavery near the end of the Civil War, important facts about this time in history as well as the tragic events of Carver's childhood set the stage for this enlightening exploration of his life, his education, and his accomplishments. Actual quotes from Carver and a concluding note that includes his attitudes about racism round out this thoughtful, important biography.

Born a slave, he became a leading scientist.This is the inspiring story of the pioneering African-American teacher, scientist, and artist. Carver is perhaps best known for his scientific work with peanuts and sweet potatoes (and for inventing peanut butter!), but Time magazine also called him the "Black Leonardo" for his painting. Adler tells of Carver's work at the Tuskegee Institute with Booker T. Washington, his hard childhood, and his determination to learn despite many obstacles,A man of deep faith, Carver worked throughout his life to create scientific discoveries that would improve the lives of Southerners--especially African Americans. The colorful illustrations show Carver in all stages of his life and give children insight to Carver's world.