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George Washington Carver National Monument
Curriculum Materials
 
Link to Education Packet

A Junior Ranger refers to her museum notes as she conducts her first tour given to her family.

George Washington Carver said, " The thoughtful educator realizes that a very large part of the child's education must be gotten outside of the four walls designated as classroom."

A variety of education materials have been combined in an education packet for teachers and homeschool parents. "Click" education packet to download packet.

Each of the following packets has curriculum to help prepare students for a field trip to George Washington Carver National Monument

Character Education curriculum packets are offered at three grade levels but may be adapted for grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. Packets include fun activities dealing with character strengths exemplified by George Washington Carver.

Character Education Grade 2 

Character Education Grade 4 

Character Education Grade 6 

Carver the Artist

NEW-FIRE ECOLOGY LESSON "To Burn or Not To Burn"

New in 2011, the George Washington Carver Web Quest was written by a classroom teacher and designed for use on an interactive whiteboard. Using primary documents, students will explore the life of George Washington Carver through photographs and his letters. Click here for the Web Quest.

 

 

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Carver in the field

Did You Know?
As an instructor and mentor, George Washington Carver found fulfillment in his work with students and farmers. He believed in hands-on education. Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress.

Last Updated: May 31, 2011 at 11:38 MST