Famous Americans

George Washington Carver is a famous African American who studied plants and science and became a teacher. He is responsibe for developing many uses for peanuts, sweet potatos and soy beans.

Abraham Lincoln was born in a log cabin in Kentucky. He taught himself to read. He was the 16th President of the United States.

Famous Americans

Each of these Americans gave significant contributions to our country.

George Washington

Benjamin Franklin

George Washington Carver

Eleanor Roosevelt

Abraham Lincoln

History

Eleanor Roosevelt was an important leader for equal rights for all people. She volunteered for many organizations.

He was able to prove that lightening had electricity with his kite experiment. He began the first library in the United States. He also started the first volunteer fire department.

George Washington was born in Virginia and was a farmer. He was a brave soldier and led many men. He was the first President of the United States.

The "Father of our Country"

A contribution is the act of giving or doing something.