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Marilyn Nelson's poem, "1905," asks young scholars to compare and contrast George Washington Carver and Albert Einstein. After studying images of the two scientists and listing their observations, class members listen to several readings of Marilyn Newton's poem, "1905," and again record their observations and questions. After sharing observations with the whole class, individuals examine history text books and consider how they would change the entry about Carver.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include the resource in a poetry unit, in science classes, or as part of February's Black History Month studies
- Before conducting the lesson, read reports about the xenophobic and misogynistic attitudes revealed in Einstein's diaries and decide how you will handle these charges
Classroom Considerations
- Requires multiple copies of the photographs of Albert Einstein and George Washington Carver
Pros
- The lesson includes before, during, and after reading activities as well as discussion questions
Cons
- None