The Better Way to Go: The Story of Garrett Morgan
A C3-Aligned Biography Poem About the Inventor of the Modern Traffic Signal
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Before modern traffic lights existed, busy roads were dangerous and confusing. In The Better Way to Go: The Story of Garrett Morgan, students discover how inventor Garrett Morgan helped make streets safer by creating a traffic signal with three important steps: stop, wait, and go.
Written in engaging, student-friendly rhyme, this educational poem introduces young readers to the life and achievements of Garrett Morgan while exploring themes of innovation, perseverance, courage, and community problem-solving. Students also learn about Morgan’s additional inventions and the lasting impact his ideas still have today.
This printable digital download includes:
Full historical poem text
C3 social studies standards alignment
Comprehension questions
Key vocabulary definitions
Cross-curricular ELA + history learning connections
Perfect for Black history studies, inventor units, poetry lessons, literacy centers, homeschool learning, and elementary social studies classrooms.