With plenty of illustrations, this engaging biography of Carver is ideal for elementary students. Following his life, from his difficult childhood in Missouri where his appreciation for nature first began, to his education and lasting scientific contributions to agriculture. From a young age, Carver had an understanding of plants, and he fostered his curiosity through education and work in agriculture where he transformed the landscape of southern farming. In his effort to help create sustainable and profitable farms in the south, Carver promoted a diversity of crops and discovered hundreds of uses for peanuts, one of his suggested crops. His prudence and good judgment led to a completely different approach to farming in the south and brought many farmers out of poverty. In his generosity Carver refused to patent or profit from his work so that all could benefit from it. An informative and engaging read, this biography is also enjoyable to look through with its annotated photographs and illustrations throughout.