George Washington Carver (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)

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On sale Jan 12, 2016 | 32 Pages | 9781426322853

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Take a bite into the fascinating history of peanut butter and the man who invented it. Through leveled text and engaging photos, kids meet George Washington Carver and learn about his important work with peanuts and other plants. This level 1 reader is carefully leveled for an early independent reading or read aloud experience, perfect to encourage the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!
Kitson Jazynka is an animal lover who has written nonfiction books and articles for children on subjects like horses, lions, giant pandas, wolves, tigers, seals, sled dogs, squirrels, and more! View titles by Kitson Jazynka

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Take a bite into the fascinating history of peanut butter and the man who invented it. Through leveled text and engaging photos, kids meet George Washington Carver and learn about his important work with peanuts and other plants. This level 1 reader is carefully leveled for an early independent reading or read aloud experience, perfect to encourage the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!

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Kitson Jazynka is an animal lover who has written nonfiction books and articles for children on subjects like horses, lions, giant pandas, wolves, tigers, seals, sled dogs, squirrels, and more! View titles by Kitson Jazynka

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