Lesson Introduction
3rd Grade: Booker T. Washington
Reading And Education Are Important
What do you think this means?
Why is reading important?
This is a quote, or statement, made by an important man named Booker T. Washington. Booker T. Washington believed in the power of education. Education is the process of gathering information about the world. You have the opportunity to get an education. Booker T. Washington also said, “Nothing ever comes to one, that is worth having, except as a result of hard work.”
Booker T. Worked Hard
Why is hard work important?
How do you feel when you achieve something after putting in a lot of effort?
Booker T. Washington knew that education is important. He also knew that working hard is essential to achieving your dreams. Everyone faces challenges in life. In America, we have many opportunities, such as going to school, where we can work hard and overcome challenges. Today, we are going to learn why education and hard work are important. We are also going to learn about Booker T. Washington’s life and impact on education.
