Famous African Americans - George Washington Carver
How often do you stop and think about the things you use on a daily basis - clothing, technology, ingredients for your favorite meal, etc. - and wonder who thought them up? Even peanut butter had to be invented by someone! That someone was the prominent African American inventor and botanist, George Washington Carver, who, along with his agricultural achievements and groundbreaking research in plant biology, is best known for the many uses he devised for the peanut!
We found some great resources to help you and your preschoolers learn a little bit more about this important historical figure.
- Perhaps you might begin with Karen Clopton-Dunson's The Wacky Discoveries of George Washington Carver. Easy to understand and fun to read, the rhymes and quirky illustrations are sure to ignite your little learners' interest in science, history, and the life of George Washington Carver!
- Make peanut butter! Following this tutorial from Education.com, not only will your kiddos learn a little bit more about the process of invention, they'll also be able to enjoy a tasty treat! [NOTE: Be aware/careful of allergies!]
- Create adorable peanut butter sandwich books, like these {pictured above} from SpottedCanary.com, to help your kiddos keep track of their learning about George Washington Carver.
Be sure to check out these great resources and get learning!
