Macmillan/McGraw-Hill: California Vistas 2007

George Washington Carver

California Standard 2.4 Students understand basic economic concepts and their individual roles in the economy and demonstrate basic economic reasoning skills.

George Washington Carver was born on a farm in Missouri. He learned to take care of sick plants. George studied hard and became a great scientist. He discovered many ways to use peanuts. He also invented a way to keep farm soil healthy. Because of his invention, farmers today can grow healthier crops. peanuts

George Washington Carver learned all about peanuts and growing peanuts. Try these fun activities to learn more about peanuts.

View pictures of George Washington Carver's life.

Read what George Washington Carver had to say about nature, discovery, and much more. How does George Washington Carver measure success?

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