George Washington Carver: Agriculture Pioneer

by Stephanie Macceca

Overview

George Washington Carver was a skilled botanist who became famous for his work with peanuts and other plants. Readers will discover the captivating life of this incredible scientist in this engaging scientific biography. Using colorful photos and graphs, children will learn why Carver was known as "The Plant Doctor" as a child and how his work with peanuts, sweet potatoes, and pecans helped change the way people used plants! The helpful glossary and index aid in better understanding of the content, while a simple, interesting experiment leaves children engaged and excited to learn more!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780743905909
Publisher:	Teacher Created Materials
Publication date:	12/14/2007
Series:	Science Readers Series
Edition description:	Illustrate
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	600L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 13 Years

About the Author

Robin S. Doak has been writing for children for more than 19 years. A former editor of Weekly Reader and U*S*Kids magazine, Doak has authored fun and educational materials for kids of all ages. She is a past winner of the Educational Press Association of America Distinguished Achievement Award. She lives with her family in Maine.