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Reach for this book when your child is feeling discouraged by unfairness or needs a reminder that passion and curiosity can flourish even in difficult circumstances. This biography follows George Washington Carver from his beginnings as an enslaved child to his groundbreaking work as a scientist and inventor. It emphasizes themes of resilience, the beauty of the natural world, and the power of education. Written for elementary and middle schoolers, it provides a clear and age appropriate bridge between history and science. Parents will appreciate how it frames Carver not just as the 'peanut man,' but as a visionary who used his talents to help his community and the planet. It is an inspiring choice for children who love plants, experiments, or stories of individuals who changed the world through quiet persistence.
