Equipment ...
Find the bust of Dr. Carver and listen to the poem he is reading called Equipment, by Edgar A. Guest.
The pieces of equipment listed in the poem symbolize our attitudes in life. What do you think? Circle the best answer.
| “Two arms” means: | ||
| I can work with all of my strength | OR | I should cross my arms and quit |
| “Two hands” means: | ||
| I can do helpful things | OR | I cannot do helpful things |
| “Two legs” means: | ||
| I can go wherever I choose | OR | I cannot accomplish very much |
| “Two eyes” means: | ||
| I can learn by reading and observing | OR | I should watch a lot of TV |
| “A brain” means: | ||
| I can keep learning for my whole life | OR | I do not have to keep learning |
| “Start for the top and say ...” | ||
| I Can! | OR | I Can’t! |
Overcoming Obstacles ...
George Washington Carver overcame many obstacles that could have stopped him from becoming a successful, happy man. He always believed that every person had great value. Read the words below and draw a line matching them to the right definitions.
| A. Racism | Sicknesses like whooping cough or the croup. | |
| B. Segregation | The loss of both parents. | |
| C. Prejudice | The belief that people of one race are better than people of other races. | |
| D. Illness | A predetermined judgment about someone. | |
| E. Becoming Orphaned | The separation of people because of differences. |